Behavior Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education recruitment agency is seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant for a dedicated special school in Southampton. The role involves supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs, alongside positive role modeling. Ideal candidates will have experience with young people and knowledge of behavior management strategies. This opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while working within a compassionate team.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Bespoke service and support

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Has experience working with young people, such as a Sports Coach or similar.
• Can engage children in and out of the classroom.
• Experience working with children with special needs, particularly autism.

Responsibilities

• Working with children in the classroom setting.
• Supporting the well-being of students.
• Acting as a positive role model to students.

Skills

Experience with young people

Positive attitude

Engagement skills

Behaviour management strategies

Commitment to professional development

Job description

Overview

Hiring Now: Behaviour Support Assistant – Make a Real Difference

Location: Southampton

Salary Scale: £82.80 to £100 per day

Start Date: ASAP

GSL Education are recruiting for a school in Southampton who is looking for individuals to take on a Behaviour Mentoring role. The school is seeking someone confident in communicating and interacting with young people and supporting them with their social, emotional and mental health needs.

This is a dedicated special school with a strong reputation for its supportive senior leadership and inclusive, nurturing environment. The school is committed to supporting children and young people with a wide range of Special Educational Needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and complex learning difficulties. With a strong emphasis on student well-being and personalised support, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while working within a compassionate, skilled, and high-achieving team.

Behaviour Support Assistant - Southampton - Term time only – ASAP Start

Responsibilities

• Working with children in the classroom setting
• Working with students one-to-one
• Acting as a positive role model to students
• Taking an interest in and supporting the well-being of students

Requirements

• Has experience working with young people, this could be as a Sports Coach, Dance Leader, Scout Leader or something similar
• Has a positive attitude
• Can engage children in and out of the classroom
• Experience working with children with special needs, particularly those with autism or social and emotional needs
• Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN practices and strategies

To work with GSL Education as a Behaviour Support Assistant, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

Please be advised that this Behaviour Support Assistant role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of Behaviour Support Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.