Behaviour Support Worker

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference BSWORPJL_1770709568
Closing date March 12, 2026
Location Central London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Behaviour Support Worker

£110-£120 per day | Primary & Secondary SEMH School | Orpington Area Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced Behaviour Support Worker to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in the Orpington area. This is a contract position supporting pupils across both primary and secondary phases who present challenging behaviour.

About the Role

  • Provide 1:1 and small‑group behaviour support
  • Implement de-escalation strategies and behaviour management plans
  • Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral leads
  • Support pupils with SEMH needs to engage positively in learning
  • Help create a safe, structured and encouraging environment

    • What We're Looking For

  • Essential: Experience working with challenging behaviour (SEMH, PRU, youth work, residential, or similar)
  • Strong resilience, patience and a calm approach
  • Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils
  • Confident using behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques
  • Available to start ASAP

    • Benefits

  • Competitive daily rate: £110-£120
  • Supportive school team
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities

    • If you have the experience and passion to support young people with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for an immediate start.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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