Behaviour and Inclusion support worker (Higher Level Teaching and Learning Assistant)

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The Governors of Swanwick School and Sports College are looking for a dedicated and proactive individual to join our team as a Behaviour and Inclusion Support Worker. This is a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including those who may display challenging behaviours.

The successful candidate will work closely with staff, pupils, and families to promote an inclusive ethos where every child feels safe, valued, and able to thrive. The role involves planning and delivering targeted support for identified pupils or small groups, ensuring they can access the curriculum and engage positively with learning. They will design and implement bespoke interventions to remove barriers, build resilience, and help pupils develop strategies for managing behaviour.

As a visible and proactive presence around the school, they will engage with pupils throughout the day, particularly during transitions and unstructured times, responding quickly to de-escalate behaviours and support a smooth return to learning.

The successful candidate will demonstrate resilience, integrity, and a child-centred approach. By building strong relationships and offering consistent support, they will help pupils manage emotions, re-engage with learning, and develop positive behaviours. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference and contribute to a nurturing school environment where all pupils can Enjoy, Achieve, and Exceed.

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of teacher / senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed schemes of work with individuals/groups and may also include, assisting with the general care, mobility and personal hygiene needs of pupils.  They may also be required to support in the school during short-term absence of other staff managing behaviour and assisting pupils to undertake set activities. 

Having been graded as Outstanding by Ofsted we need applicants who are able to add to our provision and demonstrate and support our school vision of Enjoy, Achieve, Exceed. 

We offer: 

• A shared moral commitment to secure the best outcomes for all pupils
• An opportunity to work with talented and committed staff
• Access to the School Advisory Service
• Support from a forward-thinking Pastoral Team working across the school
• A wonderfully diverse range of pupils who are keen to learn and participate in the life of the school
• A committed Governing Body and supportive parents/carers 

As this post involves a great deal of contact with pupils, staff, visitors and parents / carers, it is important that candidates possess excellent communication skills; maintaining confidentiality at all times will be essential. 

We offer a warm and welcoming school community and staff wellbeing is a priority.

Swanwick School and Sports College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment; we fully support the principles and practice of the publication “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. 

Visits to the school are welcome please contact our School Business Manager Miss Dove on 01773 602198

Provisional Interview Date: 15 December 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.