Job Description
Location: Bradford City
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, Term Time, Daily-Perm
Salary: -93 - -115 per day (dependent on experience)
Inspire Confidence. Encourage Growth. Create Opportunities.
Veritas Education are recruiting enthusiastic, resilient and compassionate individuals to support young people within specialist secondary education settings across Bradford.
Working with pupils aged 11-19 who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, this role offers the opportunity to support young people who may have experienced difficulties accessing mainstream education, managing their emotions or developing positive relationships.
The schools provide structured and supportive environments where pupils are encouraged to develop their confidence, improve their behaviour, build positive relationships and work towards their individual goals.
We are looking for individuals who can bring a positive influence into the lives of young people, recognising that every pupil has different experiences, needs and barriers to overcome.
Whether your background is in education, youth mentoring, residential care, behaviour support or community work, your experience could make a real difference.
What Does the Role Involve?
As a Behaviour & Personal Development Support Worker, you will play an important role in helping pupils develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
Your responsibilities will include:
Delivering individualised support to pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
Helping young people manage challenging emotions, frustration, anxiety and impulsive behaviour.
Developing positive relationships through encouragement, consistency and clear boundaries.
Supporting pupils to understand the consequences of their actions and make positive choices.
Using appropriate behaviour management, restorative and de-escalation strategies.
Encouraging participation in lessons and helping pupils remain engaged with their education.
Supporting the development of communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Promoting independence, confidence, self-esteem and personal responsibility.
Providing guidance and reassurance during difficult or emotionally challenging situations.
Supporting pupils with their transition towards adulthood, independence and future opportunities.
Working alongside teachers, pastoral staff and wider support teams to provide a consistent approach.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for people who are approachable, adaptable and confident supporting young people who may display challenging behaviour or struggle with emotional regulation.
You will ideally have:
Previous experience working with teenagers or young adults with SEMH or behavioural needs.
An understanding of the challenges faced by young people who have struggled within mainstream education.
Experience supporting challenging behaviour, emotional outbursts or disengagement.
The ability to build professional relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Confidence using positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques.
A patient, resilient and solution-focused approach.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
A genuine interest in helping young people improve their confidence, behaviour and future prospects.
Academic baseline of GCSE or Qualifications in English/Maths
Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory. (We can help advise on this)
Specialist training/ qualifications (Team Teach, Safeguarding Certificates, Care certificate etc) - Desired
Why Choose Veritas Education:
- Market leading Education Recruitment company covering the West Yorkshire area.
- Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
- A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
- An experienced consultant available at all times to help with any queries, questions or support in your next career steps!
For further information, please contact
Hannah Gartshore - (url removed)
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.''