Job Description
SEMH Behaviour Support Worker - Therapeutic School
Location: Preston
Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Salary: £90 - £110 (depending on experience and training)
Do you want to help students rebuild trust, confidence, and self-worth? Our therapeutic SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school is looking for skilled and compassionate Behaviour Support Workers to be part of a life-changing team.
About Our School:
We cater to pupils with complex SEMH needs, many of whom have experienced trauma, exclusion, or difficult life circumstances. Our staff are passionate about creating a safe, consistent, and nurturing environment using trauma-informed, attachment-aware practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing 1:1 and small group behaviour support in and out of the classroom.
Building positive, consistent relationships with pupils to support re-engagement with learning.
Supporting with emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and social skill development.
Working closely with pastoral teams, therapists, and teachers to deliver tailored strategies.
Promoting restorative approaches and positive reinforcement.
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience working in SEMH, PRU, or youth support settings.
Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation skills (e.g., Team Teach or MAPA trained).
Understanding of trauma, attachment difficulties, and emotional development.
Resilience, humour, and a reflective mindset.
What We Provide:
Ongoing training in SEMH, mental health first aid, and de-escalation strategies.
Clinical supervision and staff wellbeing support.
A rewarding environment where you can truly transform lives.
Please apply now to be considered for the SEMH Behaviour Support Worker Role in Preston isabel.keen@twrecruitment.com / 01772 977 333 / All candidates are subject to DBS and Reference checks
