Behaviour Support

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 ..... full job details .....