Behaviour Support Worker – Secondary School Bath, BA2 | On-site £14.25 per hour | £92.63 per day Full-time | Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm | Term-time only Start date: ASAP or June, with strong potential to continue into September Are you confident working with teenagers and passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges and succeed in school? We’re recruiting for a Behaviour Support Worker to join a supportive secondary school in Bath. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity where you’ll play a key role in helping students manage behaviour, stay engaged in learning and build confidence. This role is ideal for graduates, sports coaches, youth workers or anyone with experience supporting young people who is looking to build a career in education, pastoral care or youth support. Why this role stands out • Full-time, consistent hours in a structured school environment • Opportunity to secure a longer-term or permanent role from September • Valuable experience for careers in teaching, pastoral support, or youth work • Supportive school with a strong behaviour and inclusion team • Weekly pay and ongoing support About the school This Bath-based secondary school is known for its inclusive approach and strong pastoral care. Staff work closely together to create a calm, supportive environment where students feel understood and are encouraged to succeed both academically and personally. The school has a strong focus on behaviour support, emotional regulation, and building positive relationships with students. About the role As a Behaviour Support Worker, you’ll work closely with Key Stage 3 and 4 students who may present behavioural challenges or require additional support. Your focus will be on building trust, promoting positive behaviour, and helping students stay engaged in their education. Key responsibilities • Build strong, consistent relationships with students • Support pupils in managing behaviour and emotions • Work one-to-one and with small groups to keep students engaged • Respond calmly to challenging situations and de-escalate where needed • Support teachers in maintaining a positive learning environment • Encourage confidence, resilience, and independence What success looks like You’ll become a trusted adult for students who need additional support, helping them improve behaviour, re-engage with learning, and feel more confident in school. Your presence will make a direct impact on their progress and wellbeing. Who this role is ideal for • Graduates considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, or youth work • Sports coaches or individuals with a strong team mentality • Youth workers or support workers with experience in challenging environments • Anyone resilient, patient, and motivated to support young people Essential requirements • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Calm, patient, and consistent approach • Ability to build trust and manage challenging behaviour positively • Commitment to full-time work Desirable (but not essential) • Experience working with young people (schools, sports, youth work, care) • Understanding of SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs) If you’re looking for a rewarding, hands-on role where you can make a genuine difference every day, this is a fantastic opportunity. Apply now to be considered for this Behaviour Support Worker role in Bath. INDSW <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Mia Green on 0117 472 2400 | Ext: 2013.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Mia Green&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400 | Ext: 2013</strong></strong>