Behaviour Support Worker – Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)Shildon
Part-Time | Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 2:30pm
£15.00 per hour
Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning?
We are looking for a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Worker to join a welcoming Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Shildon. This rewarding part-time role involves working closely with teenagers who require additional support to engage in education, helping them build confidence, resilience and positive relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour who is committed to making a real difference every day.
The Role

• Support students aged 11–16 within the classroom and around the school.
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and personal development.
• Promote positive behaviour using consistent and restorative approaches.
• Work alongside teachers and support staff to create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with both their academic learning and social development.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with teenagers is essential.
• Previous experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs, or within a PRU, alternative provision or similar setting is essential.
• Calm, patient and resilient, with excellent communication skills.
• Able to build strong, professional relationships with young people.
• A keen interest in sports or football is highly desirable, as this can be used to engage and motivate students through positive activities and relationship building.

What We Offer

• Part-time hours: 9:00am – 2:30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Competitive pay of £15.00 per hour.
• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.
• A rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of young people.

If you have the experience, resilience and enthusiasm to support young people in a PRU setting, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real impact on students' lives. If you are looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, we would love to hear from you!

If you are interested in this role please email Genna.sinclair @ednetwork.co.uk with an up to date copy of your CV, or give us a call on 0191 823 97 52 for an informal chat about opportunities.

The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team boasts extensive combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education sector. We take great pride in delivering consistently high service levels to both schools and candidates. Our approach is honest, efficient, and designed to offer a recruitment solution tailored to your needs. Additionally, we provide opportunities for further training and development to enhance your career.
You will work in a friendly, caring, and supportive environment where every child matters. Our highly committed and hardworking consultants will strive to find roles that suit your professional aspirations. We also offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

The Education Network is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to our comprehensive vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices and maintain the highest standards of compliance.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and The Education Network operates as a recruitment agency for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact shortlisted candidates within three days.

Data Privacy and Processing
By applying for this role, you are agreeing for The Education Network to process and store your personal data, including your CV and application form, for the purposes of recruitment. The Education Network is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with GDPR. Your information will be kept securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent. We will retain your data for up to 24 months unless you request us to delete it earlier. You have the right to request access to, amend, or delete your data at any time by contacting Neville Wood at The Education Network.


The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.