Children's Behaviour Support Worker
| Posting date: | 24 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £110 to £115 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 June 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 218325 |
Summary
Children's Behaviour Support Worker
Birmingham (accessible via public transport, with a short walk for non-drivers)
£110-£115 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term temp-to-perm (Full Academic Year)
Long Term Futures is recruiting for a resilient and compassionate Children's Behaviour Support Worker to join an Alternative Provision in Birmingham, supporting secondary-aged pupils. This is a highly rewarding role, working with young people who require additional support to manage their behaviour and re-engage with education.
This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong experience in SEMH, who is confident supporting pupils that may display challenging behaviour.
About the Role
Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and senior leaders, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
* Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
* Supporting students within lessons and in alternative learning environments
* Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies
* Building strong, positive relationships to support engagement and attendance
* Supporting pupils to regulate emotions and successfully re-engage with learning
* Monitoring behaviour and progress, feeding back to relevant staff
* Encouraging positive behaviour, resilience, and social development
* Working collaboratively with staff to implement behaviour support plans
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Experience working with secondary-aged pupils in an SEMH or Alternative Provision setting (essential)
* Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
* Calm, patient, and resilient in challenging situations
* Able to build trust and rapport while maintaining firm and consistent boundaries
* Reliable and committed to a long-term role
* Proactive, adaptable, and a strong team player
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
* Long-term opportunities offering stability and the chance to make a meaningful impact
* Weekly pay through a straightforward and efficient digital system
* Free CPD opportunities, including Behaviour Management, SEMH, and Positive Handling
* Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement
Next Steps
Apply today with your CV, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Elliott at Long Term Futures. This is a full-time, long-term position, and we are keen to hear from individuals ready to commit and make a positive difference to the lives of young people.
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.