Behaviour Support Worker

Job Title

Behaviour Support Worker The role is 32.5 hours a week Monday to Friday 8.30 – 3.30

School

Kirkstall Valley Primary School, Leeds

Start Date

January 2027

Pay Scale

A1-B1 (Salary dependent on experience, training and qualifications) TTO

Contract

Temporary until 31st August 2028

Applications close

Monday 2nd November 2026 Interviews

Wednesday 11th November 2026The children and governors of our inclusive primary school are looking for a highly dedicated 1:1 Behaviour Support Assistant. In this targeted role, you will work closely with a specific child to remove behavioural and emotional barriers to learning. You will champion our school values of courage, compassion, and commitment every day, working in tandem with the class teacher to ensure the child can access the curriculum and thrive within a calm, focused environment. We are looking for a behaviour support assistant who:- Builds high-trust, compassionate relationships;- Models resilience and emotional regulation; - Decodes behaviour as communication;- Communicates with clarity and de-escalates effectively;- Tracks behaviour patterns and intervenes strategically;- Promotes true independence;- Demonstrates courage and adaptability.

We can offer you

- a happy, hardworking and friendly staff team;- fantastic children with a super attitude to learning- a highly dedicated and driven leadership team who is committed to all staff;- supportive parents.- The opportunity to progress professionally and have the support of a dedicated and passionate teamIf you feel you have the enthusiasm and commitment for this exciting role, we would love to hear from you. We would encourage visits to our school. Please contact the school direct to make arrangements or to discuss the role further. This appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children, and expects our staff to share this commitment.