Job description
Behaviour Support Worker – Tendring Secondary School
Location: Tendring, Essex
Contract: Full-time / Term time only
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start date: ASAP
Are you passionate about making a real difference in young peoples lives?
We are looking for a dedicated, patient and proactive Behaviour Support Mentor to join our pastoral team at a thriving secondary school in Tendring. This is a vital role supporting students to overcome barriers, improve behaviour, and succeed both academically and socially.
About the Role
As a Behaviour Support worker, you will:
· Work closely with students who require additional behavioural, emotional or social support
· Build positive, trusting relationships to help pupils make better choices
· Provide 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions
· Support the development and delivery of behaviour improvement strategies
· Assist in managing behaviour incidents, restorative conversations and reintegration plans
· Liaise with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external agencies where appropriate
· Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive school environment
About You
Were looking for someone who is:
· Calm, empathetic and confident when dealing with challenging situations
· Able to build strong relationships with young people
· Skilled in de-escalation, communication and positive behaviour management
· Resilient, proactive and committed to supporting the schools behaviour ethos
· Experienced in working with children or young people (school experience preferred but not essential)
What We Offer
· A supportive, friendly and experienced pastoral team
· Opportunities for training and professional development
· A rewarding role where every day makes a difference
· A positive school community where staff wellbeing is valued
How to Apply
Please submit your CV to
We warmly welcome applications from candidates with experience in youth work, education, counselling, mentoring or SEMH support.