Behavioural support worker – Northampton
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Northampton

Join Our Team as a Behavioural Support Worker – Make a Difference Today!
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have experience managing challenging behaviour and helping students thrive in education? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Why Apply for Behavioural support worker Jobs with Hays Education?
We are recruiting Behavioural support workers for schools across Northamptonshire, including Northampton, Corby, Wellingborough, and Daventry. These schools provide specialist support for pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and moderate learning difficulties who need a nurturing environment to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:
Build positive relationships with students
Support emotional regulation and social development
Work closely with teachers and SEN teams to create a safe, structured learning environment
Encourage independence and confidence through tailored support

Essential Skills & Experience:
Minimum 1 year experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour
Backgrounds in sports coaching, social care, youth support, early years, or mentoring are highly valued.

Benefits of Working as a Behavioural support worker:
Competitive pay rates
Holiday pay & pension contributions
Access to the Hays Hub app for easy booking management
Ongoing CPD and professional development
Dedicated support from our experienced team
Refer-a-Friend bonus worth £250 in vouchers

What to do now:
Ready to make a difference? Click ‘Apply Now’ to send your CV or call us for more details. Not the right role? Contact us for a confidential chat about other opportunities.