When a young person struggles to manage their behaviour, the right person can change the direction of their day. Could that person be you?

We're looking for a confident, resilient and understanding School Support Worker with a strong interest in behaviour support to work in a school in Hemel Hempstead.

This School Support Worker role in Hemel Hempstead is ideal for someone who can build trust with young people, stay calm under pressure and recognise that challenging behaviour often has an underlying cause. As a School Supoort Worker, you'll help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop positive coping strategies and make better choices in a structured, supportive school environment.

Whether your experience comes from education, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, care or another people-focused role, your ability to connect with young people and maintain clear, consistent boundaries could make you a great fit.

What will you be doing as a School Support Worker in Hemel Hempstead?

• Supporting pupils who display challenging behaviour, helping them remain engaged and access their education.
• Building positive relationships while maintaining clear, fair and consistent boundaries.
• Helping pupils recognise their emotions, regulate their responses and develop positive behaviour strategies.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support when pupils need additional guidance.
• Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff to follow behaviour plans and promote consistency.
• Encouraging accountability, resilience, confidence and positive decision-making.
• Helping maintain a safe, calm and inclusive school environment.

We're looking for a School Support Worker who:

• Can remain calm, professional and composed when faced with challenging situations.
• Has the confidence to establish boundaries without losing the ability to build rapport.
• Is patient, resilient and able to respond consistently rather than react emotionally.
• Can communicate clearly and adapt their approach to different young people.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, teamwork and following school policies.
• Is passionate about helping pupils take responsibility, develop confidence and improve their behaviour.

Why consider this opportunity?

• Gain valuable experience supporting behaviour and emotional development in a school setting.
• Develop skills in behaviour management, relationship-building and pastoral support.
• Work alongside school staff to help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Build experience that could support future opportunities in education, SEN or pastoral care.

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Role: School Support worker

Start date: Immediate

Pay: £14.5-£15.00 per hour

You don't need to have all the answers. You do need patience, resilience, strong communication skills and the confidence to be a positive, consistent role model.If you can see beyond a pupil's behaviour and want to help young people make positive changes, apply today to find out more about this School Supporter opportunity in Hemel Hempstead.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.