Behaviour Support Worker for Primary Nurture Groups in Hull
Hull, East Yorkshire
Can you see past a child's behaviour to the feeling underneath it? Primary schools across Hull, Hessle and Cottingham need Behaviour Support Workers for nurture groups and children with SEMH needs.
About the Role
Young children who struggle in class are often telling us something they cannot yet put into words. Nurture work gives them safety, routine and the chance to learn how to handle big feelings. You will work in small groups and one to one, planning calm starts, structured play and social skills activities. Approaches such as emotion coaching or zones of regulation may be part of the day. The aim is always to help children build friendships and spend more of the day back in their own class. You will record patterns in behaviour and share them with the SENCO. Bookings are long term, because trust is everything with this age group.
Key Responsibilities
- Support children with SEMH needs in nurture groups and in class
- Use emotion coaching and regulation approaches
- Plan calm starts, structured play and social skills sessions
- Help children return to class for more of the day
- Record behaviour patterns and share them with the SENCO
Requirements
- Experience supporting children with SEMH or challenging behaviour
- Warmth, patience and clear boundaries
- Knowledge of nurture principles is helpful
- Happy working with younger primary pupils
- All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List check, references and right to work checks.
What We Offer
- £90 to £110 per day, depending on the booking
- A consultant on our Yorkshire desk, 0113 460 1938
- Long term bookings that suit your week
- Help with safer recruitment checks, no fees
- Consideration for SEN TA and pastoral roles