Job Description

Behaviour Support Officer

Position: Behaviour Support Officer
Location: Partner School in Bradford, West Yorkshire
Contract: Full-time, January Start, Fixed Term until the End of the Academic Year
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role:
Veritas Education is proud to partner with a vibrant and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Bradford. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Officer to join their supportive team from January until the end of the academic year.

This role is integral to ensuring a positive learning environment by supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, promoting positive behaviour, and fostering a safe and inclusive atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to engage positively with learning and school life.
• Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to implement behaviour strategies and action plans.
• Manage challenging behaviours calmly and effectively, using restorative approaches to conflict resolution.
• Act as a role model, promoting resilience, self-regulation, and positive interpersonal relationships.
• Monitor and record students' progress, providing feedback to staff and parents where appropriate.
• Contribute to creating a safe and inclusive school environment for all students.

About You:
To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have prior experience working with young people, ideally those with SEMH needs, in an educational or youth work setting.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Be resilient, empathetic, and committed to making a positive difference in students' lives.
• Have strong organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience in a similar role within a school or educational setting.
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and restorative practices.

Why Join This Role?

• Work within a supportive and dynamic team, committed to student welfare and success.
• Gain invaluable experience in a well-regarded school with opportunities to make a meaningful impact.
• Ongoing support and professional development through Veritas Education.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting young people and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Please apply or contact Sam Waddington on (phone number removed) or send your CV and any training/certificates to (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.'