Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker (BSW) - Secondary School Provision
Location: Keighley
Employer: NextGen Teachers (on behalf of a local secondary school)
Contract Type: Supply / Flexible Work
About the Role
NextGen Teachers are currently recruiting for a Behaviour Support Worker (BSW) to work on a supply basis within a mainstream secondary school's on-site provision in Keighley. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people who require additional behavioural and emotional support to access learning.
The role will involve working with students both within the on-site provision and in mainstream classrooms, supporting those who may present challenging behaviour, SEMH needs, or barriers to learning. The provision offers a structured and supportive environment where students can receive targeted support to help them re-engage with their education.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide behavioural and emotional support to secondary school students
* Work with pupils 1:1 and in small groups within the school's provision and classrooms
* Support students who may have SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, or difficulties engaging in lessons
* Implement behaviour strategies and intervention programmes set by the pastoral and SEN teams
* Build positive, trusting relationships to encourage engagement and confidence
* Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and SENCO to support individual behaviour plans
* Promote a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
Requirements
* Previous experience working with young people with behavioural or SEMH needs is desirable
* Experience within schools, youth work, mentoring, support work, or similar settings would be advantageous
* A calm, resilient, and patient approach
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* A genuine passion for supporting young people to overcome barriers to education
* The right to work in the UK
* An enhanced DBS on the update service
What NextGen Teachers Offer
* Flexible supply opportunities to suit your availability
* Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
* Opportunities to gain experience in secondary school provisions and intervention settings
* Potential for long-term placements
NextGen Teachers is an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH. We work with community schools through to multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England and London, connecting educators with meaningful teaching opportunities.
We recruit for SEN qualified teachers, teaching support staff, and both short-term and long-term supply roles across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools. As a candidate with NextGen Teachers, you'll be supported by a team that genuinely cares about your career – taking the time to understand what you're looking for and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.
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