Behaviour
SEMH Support Workers – Huddersfield & Surrounding Areas
Are you experienced in working with young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you want a flexible role where you can provide vital support while gaining experience across different schools in Huddersfield and nearby areas?
Teaching Personnel is looking for SEMH Support Workers to work in a variety of school settings, including primary, secondary, and post-16 provisions. Many of the students you will support face complex challenges, such as behavioural difficulties, exclusions, trauma, or additional learning needs. A high number have Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) and require targeted intervention to thrive in an educational setting.
This is a fantastic opportunity if you have a background in education, youth work, social care, or similar roles and want to make a lasting impact on young people’s lives.
The Role – How You’ll Make a Difference
As an SEMH Support Worker, you’ll play an essential role in promoting positive behaviour and emotional well-being. You’ll work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SENCOs to provide structured support, either one-to-one or in small groups.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:
✔ Implementing tailored behaviour strategies to support individual pupils.
✔ Assisting students in managing emotions, reducing anxiety, and building resilience.
✔ Delivering focused intervention sessions on self-regulation, confidence, and coping skills.
✔ Supporting students with re-integration following exclusions or extended absences.
✔ Helping to create a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment.
✔ Working with teachers to adapt and deliver personalised learning plans.
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
✔ Work Locally – Choose from schools across Huddersfield, Halifax, Dewsbury, and surrounding areas.
✔ Flexible Work Patterns – Full-time, part-time, and day-to-day roles available.
✔ Diverse Experience – Gain exposure to different school environments and student needs.
✔ Professional Development – Strengthen your skills in SEMH, behaviour management, and de-escalation techniques.
✔ Career Progression – Build valuable relationships and secure long-term opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
We are particularly interested in candidates with first-hand experience working with children and young people with SEMH needs. The ideal candidate will be patient, adaptable, and confident in managing challenging behaviour.
Desirable Training & Qualifications:
- Team Teach, MAPA, or other de-escalation training (highly desirable).
- Mental Health First Aid or trauma-informed practice training.
- Experience with restorative justice or behaviour mentoring.
Essential Requirements:
✔ Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.
✔ Ability to build strong relationships and create a positive learning environment.
✔ A calm and resilient approach to supporting students.
✔ Own transport is advantageous but not essential.
Apply Today!
If you have the skills and passion to support young people with SEMH needs, we want to hear from you! Apply now to explore exciting opportunities in schools across Huddersfield and surrounding areas.
Support Workers – Wakefield and Surrounding Areas
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you looking for a flexible role where you can make a real difference while exploring opportunities in multiple schools? Teaching Personnel, the market leader in education recruitment, is currently seeking Behaviour Support Workers to work across a variety of schools in the Wakefield area of West Yorkshire.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in primary, secondary, and occasionally post-16 settings, depending on your experience and preferences. Many of the pupils you will support face challenges such as SEMH needs, exclusions, medical issues, or personal circumstances, with around 90% holding an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP). Your role will be crucial in helping them overcome barriers to education and reach their full potential.
Whether you’re looking for a long-term role or wish to explore different school environments, this is a fantastic way to gain valuable experience and build connections across diverse educational settings.
About the Role:
As a Behaviour Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in fostering a safe and structured learning environment. You’ll work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SENCOs to provide tailored support for pupils, either one-to-one or in small groups.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Implementing behaviour intervention strategies to support individual pupils or groups.
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Helping students with SEMH needs manage emotional and behavioural challenges, increasing their engagement with education.
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Delivering targeted intervention sessions on topics such as mental health, self-esteem, anger management, and resilience.
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Promoting positive behaviour and creating a calm and structured learning environment.
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Assisting with reintegration into school after exclusions or extended absences, improving attendance and punctuality.
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Supporting teachers in delivering personalised learning plans to help students stay on track.
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
✔ Market Leaders – With over 25 years of experience, Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, helping schools find exceptional staff and providing candidates with fantastic opportunities. ✔ Flexibility – Work across multiple schools in the Wakefield area, gaining varied experience in different educational settings. ✔ Diverse Experience – No two days are the same! Work with students of different ages and needs across a range of provisions. ✔ Professional Growth – Build your expertise in behaviour management, pastoral care, and SEN support. ✔ Path to Permanence – This role offers a great opportunity to explore schools, build relationships, and secure a permanent position if desired.
About You:
We are looking for resilient, empathetic, and proactive individuals with a genuine passion for supporting young people. Whether your background is in education, youth work, social care, or similar settings, your ability to manage behaviour confidently and build positive relationships is key.
Key skills and experience:
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Team Teach training is highly desirable (or a willingness to complete this training).
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Experience working with young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.
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A calm, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting pupils.
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The ability to build strong relationships with both students and staff.
Interested?
If this sounds like the role for you, get in touch with Teaching Personnel’s West Yorkshire SEN branch today! Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young people while exploring exciting opportunities in schools across Wakefield and surrounding areas.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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