Behaviour Support Officer
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Bradford, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Secondary Education - Support Staff/ Supervisor |
| Salary | £100 - £130 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | BSWBD_1786777205 |
| Job Views | 8 |
- Description
Behaviour Support Officer - Full-Time, Long-Term Role
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Employer: Veritas Education (on behalf of a partner secondary school)
About the Role
Veritas Education is working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive secondary school in the Bradford area to recruit a dedicated Behaviour Support Officer for a full-time, long-term position starting in September 2026.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning. The successful candidate will work closely with students, teaching staff, pastoral teams, and parents to promote positive behaviour, improve engagement, and support students in achieving their full potential.
The role would suit candidates with experience in education, youth work, pastoral support, mentoring, social care, or behaviour management.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide targeted support to students displaying challenging behaviour
- Work on a one-to-one and small group basis to improve engagement and achievement
- Promote positive behaviour strategies in line with school policies
- Support students with their emotional, social, and behavioural development
- Build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents/carers
- Monitor and record student progress and behaviour interventions
- Assist in reducing barriers to learning and improving attendance
- Liaise with pastoral teams and external agencies where required
- Uphold safeguarding procedures at all times
The Ideal Candidate
- Experience working with young people in an education, youth work, mentoring, or support setting
- Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Patient, resilient, and adaptable in challenging situations
- Passionate about supporting students to achieve positive outcomes
- Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
What the School Offers
- A supportive and collaborative pastoral team
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Strong leadership and clear behaviour policies
- A welcoming and inclusive school environment
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' lives and education
Why Work with Veritas Education?
- Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
- Competitive rates of pay
- Access to a large network of schools across West Yorkshire
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
- A straightforward and supportive registration process
Additional Opportunities
As well as this role, Veritas Education is currently recruiting for a range of positions across West Yorkshire, including:
- Teaching Assistants
- Learning Support Assistants
- SEN Teaching Assistants
- Cover Supervisors
- Unqualified Teachers
- Supply Teachers
- Pastoral Support Workers
Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available.
How to Apply / Contact
For further information or to apply for this position, please contact:
Sam Waddington ???? swaddington@veritas-education.com ???? 0113 403 2200
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.'
