Behaviour Support Worker

Hazel Tree Education is currently recruiting for a resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Chorley ASAP on a full-time, temp-to-perm basis.

This role is ideal for individuals who are confident managing challenging behaviour, remaining calm under pressure, and building positive relationships with young people who require additional support.

We are particularly interested in candidates with backgrounds in the armed forces, policing, prison services, probation, or security who are looking to transfer their valuable skills into a rewarding role within education.

If you have experience maintaining safe environments, de-escalating difficult situations, and working as part of a strong team, your skills could make a real difference in a school setting.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students who require behavioural and emotional support to engage in their learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students in the classroom on a 1:1 or small group basis
• Helping students regulate behaviour and remain engaged in lessons
• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour calmly and professionally
• Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom organisation
• Promoting a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
• Acting as a consistent and supportive role model for young people

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are calm, resilient, and confident working with challenging behaviour.

You will need:

• Experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour
• A proactive and patient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to remain calm in pressured situations
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Backgrounds That Often Suit This Role

Candidates from the following backgrounds often thrive in this type of position:

• Military or Armed Forces
• Police or Security Services
• Prison or Probation Services
• Care, Support Work, or Youth Work

These roles often develop the discipline, situational awareness, and de-escalation skills that are highly valuable when supporting students with behavioural needs.

Why Work Through Hazel Tree Education?

At Hazel Tree Education we specialise in placing high-quality support staff into mainstream schools and alternative provisions across the North West.

We provide:

• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• Opportunities to move from temporary roles into permanent positions
• The chance to build a rewarding career within education
• Placements where you can make a genuine difference to young people’s lives

Safeguarding

Hazel Tree Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to online searches and enhanced DBS checks as part of our safeguarding procedures.