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Behaviour Support Worker

Outcomes First Group • Contractor • Kings Bromley, England, United Kingdom • £30k / year • 9h ago

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Job Title:

Behaviour Support Worker Location:

Trent Acres, Kings Bromley, DE13 7HR Hours:

40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am – 4pm Salary:

£30,000 per annum

(not pro rata) Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only Start:

September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers, grow in confidence and thrive both in and out of the classroom? Do you have the resilience, presence and empathy to support pupils through challenging moments and guide them back to success? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking a

Behaviour Support Worker to join our dedicated pastoral team and work closely with the Deputy Headteacher to create a safe, supportive and aspirational environment for all pupils. This is a vital role at the heart of our school’s commitment to positive behaviour, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

You’ll play a key part in shaping the culture of the school—supporting pupils to re-engage with learning, developing long-term behaviour strategies, and helping reduce exclusions and physical interventions. Your work will directly influence pupils’ academic progress, emotional development and future opportunities.

What you‘ll be doing

Support the Deputy Headteacher and pastoral team in delivering effective behaviour systems, policies and day‑to‑day behaviour management across the school.

Identify, assess and respond to poor behaviour using a range of de‑escalation strategies, returning pupils to learning and supporting their reintegration into the classroom.

Lead and deliver authorised restraint training for staff in line with Crisis Prevention Institute standards and school regulations.

Work directly with pupils—individually or in small groups—to mentor, motivate and develop social, emotional, behavioural and essential life skills.

Observe pupils to identify strengths, needs and behaviour patterns, sharing relevant information with teachers, support staff and senior leaders.

Maintain accurate behaviour records, including Sleuth entries, incident logs and daily reports, ensuring consistent communication with staff and parents where required.

Conduct regular classroom visits to recognise positive behaviour, address concerns and support consistent implementation of behaviour policies.

Provide pastoral support and cover when needed, contributing to wider school activities, events and enrichment opportunities.

Who We‘re Looking For

GCSE or equivalent English & Math‘s required

Previous pastoral experience in an educational setting would be desirable.

Someone calm, confident and compassionate, with a natural ability to build trust and rapport.

Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with behavioural, emotional or social needs.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels.

A proactive, solution-focused mindset and a commitment to inclusion.

The resilience to manage challenging situations with professionalism and care.

About Us

Options Trent Acres School is an independent specialist school in rural Staffordshire for pupils with autism, trauma, attachment, anxiety, and other complex needs.

We provide a nurturing, safe, and structured environment where pupils feel valued and experience a sense of belonging. Small groups, high staff ratios, and personalised programmes support social, emotional, and academic development.

Integrated clinical care and strong family partnerships empower every pupil to build confidence, independence, and the skills to thrive in life

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits

Hundreds of UK and international discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .

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