Behaviour Support Worker

NHS; Bolton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Bolton is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to engage with children and young people facing challenging circumstances. In this role, you will deliver structured support plans and build collaborative relationships with families and clinical teams. Candidates should have a Degree in Psychology and experience with diverse youth needs. This position offers a salary of £24,518 to £26,518 per year and values candidates who are empathetic and solution-focused.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive workplace culture

Access to clinical guidance

Qualifications

• Support children and families with tailored plans to promote positive behavior.
• Build trusting relationships to encourage emotional resilience.
• Maintain accurate records using digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured support plans tailored to individual needs.
• Contribute to assessments and interventions under clinical guidance.
• Promote emotional development in young people.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people with additional or complex needs

Excellent communication skills

Calm, solution-focused approach

Understanding of safeguarding

Confidence in using IT systems

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Education

Degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children, young people, and families facing challenging circumstances? Whether you've worked in youth services, residential care, education, or community support, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

We're looking for a Behaviour Support Worker to join our dedicated team at ABL Health, a values‑driven organisation committed to reducing health inequalities and improving lives through community‑based support.

Main duties of the job

In this role, you will build trusting relationships with children, young people, and their families, delivering structured support plans tailored to each individual's needs. You will work closely with clinicians and support colleagues to ensure a joined‑up, consistent approach, contributing to assessments and interventions under the guidance of our Clinical Lead. You will promote positive behaviour, emotional resilience, and personal development in young people, while maintaining accurate and professional records using digital tools and systems. This is a varied and rewarding position, ideal for someone confident working independently while also valuing team collaboration.

About us

ABL is an exciting fast‑paced, growing community health organisation. As an experienced, CQC registered, provider of community health services, we are passionate about delivering evidence based, innovative, effective and relevant health care services in partnership with individuals, communities and stakeholders.

We are a values‑driven organisation, dedicated to reducing health inequalities and improving people's lives. We would love to hear from you if you would like the opportunity to work with a close team of committed professionals and you share our values of designing and delivering health services.

Job responsibilities

About the Role

You’ll be part of an experienced and supportive team delivering personalised, one‑to‑one support to children and young people across a variety of settings: at home, in schools, and within the community. Our clients may be experiencing a range of needs, including suspected or diagnosed neurodiversity, mental health challenges, trauma, and behaviours considered complex or high‑risk.

In this role, you will:

• Build trusting relationships with children, young people, and their families.
• Deliver structured support plans tailored to each individual’s needs.
• Work closely with clinicians and support colleagues to ensure a joined‑up, consistent approach.
• Contribute to assessments and interventions under the guidance of our Clinical Lead.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional resilience, and personal development in young people.
• Maintain accurate and professional records, using digital tools and systems.

This is a varied and rewarding position, ideal for someone confident working independently, while also valuing team collaboration.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome people from a range of professional backgrounds, particularly those with experience in:

• Youth work or family support
• Education or alternative provision
• Residential care or supported living
• Mental health or wellbeing services

Essential skills and qualities:

• Experience working with children or young people with additional or complex needs
• Excellent communication skills: both written and verbal
• A calm, solution‑focused approach to challenging situations
• An understanding of safeguarding
• Confidence in using IT systems and digital tools
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel across the region

Why Join ABL Health?

ABL is a growing, community‑focused health organisation recognised for its innovative and person‑centred services.

We are:

• People‑powered – we listen to individuals and co‑create solutions
• Bold – not afraid to try new approaches
• Thoughtful – always responsive and respectful
• Effective – driven by evidence and real outcomes

You’ll be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team and benefit from:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Access to professional clinical guidance and peer support
• A real opportunity to shape change in the lives of vulnerable young people

We actively welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities for all.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to bring your experience, energy, and empathy to a role where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us in helping children and young people across the North West build safer, more stable futures.

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Person Specification

Job Specific Requirements

• Work flexibly and adapt to suit service need.
• The ability to travel independently across the organisational footprint.
• Access to a vehicle and a willingness to travel.

Experience

• Experience of working with children and young people with a Learning Disability/Autism/Mental Health.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in supporting Functional/Psychological Assessments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or related field.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing at all levels, with individuals, groups, organisations and the public.
• Ability to deal calmly and effectively with conflict.
• Ability to work with groups from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and meet deadlines amid a range of competing demands.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work flexibly to overcome challenges.
• Ability to collate and analyse data to ensure the effectiveness of service outputs.
• The ability to support the IPS team independently, with the understanding of when to elevate situations.
• Effective computer literacy skills, including use of Microsoft Office.
• Sound knowledge of relevant performance frameworks, quality standards, legal and ethical frameworks.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£24,518 to £26,518 a year, Pro rata part time