Behaviour Support

GSL Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses access

Referral bonus

Job summary

GSL Education in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support professional to help secondary students navigate behavioural challenges and stay engaged in their learning. In this role, you’ll work alongside subject teachers and pastoral staff to provide one-to-one or small-group support, help with emotional regulation, and foster a calm, structured classroom environment.

The role starts immediately and offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to student wellbeing and GCSE preparation

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged children or young people is desirable.
• Understanding of behaviour management and adolescent challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, resilient and approachable manner.
• Confidence managing challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Ability to work effectively alongside teachers and pastoral teams.
• Genuine commitment to supporting young people's education and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to secondary-aged students experiencing behavioural difficulties.
• Work alongside subject teachers to improve classroom engagement and participation.
• Support students with emotional regulation and appropriate responses to challenging situations.
• Help manage lesson transitions and maintain a calm, structured learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, respect and constructive relationships between peers.
• Support students with their learning and GCSE preparation where appropriate.
• Monitor behaviour and progress, sharing relevant feedback with teaching and pastoral staff.
• Follow individual behaviour plans and school policies consistently.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Job description

Job Title: Behaviour Support (Secondary)
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediately

Do you have the patience and confidence to help secondary school students navigate behavioural challenges and get the most out of their education? A welcoming secondary school in Sheffield is looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support professional to help students stay engaged, develop positive habits and overcome barriers to learning.

About the Role:

In this role, you'll work alongside subject teachers and pastoral staff to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4. You may provide one-to-one guidance, assist small groups or offer classroom-based support to pupils who need additional help with their behaviour, emotional regulation or engagement.

From supporting students through difficult moments to helping them settle into lessons and participate in classroom activities, you'll play an important part in creating a consistent and positive learning experience.

About the School:

This inclusive secondary school is committed to providing a structured environment where young people feel supported and are encouraged to achieve their potential. Staff work collaboratively across departments to maintain high expectations, promote positive behaviour and provide appropriate pastoral care throughout the school.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to secondary-aged students experiencing behavioural difficulties.

• Work alongside subject teachers to improve classroom engagement and participation.

• Support students with emotional regulation and appropriate responses to challenging situations.

• Help manage lesson transitions and maintain a calm, structured learning environment.

• Encourage positive behaviour, respect and constructive relationships between peers.

• Support students with their learning and GCSE preparation where appropriate.

• Monitor behaviour and progress, sharing relevant feedback with teaching and pastoral staff.

• Follow individual behaviour plans and school policies consistently.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with secondary-aged children or young people is desirable.

• Understanding of behaviour management and the challenges faced by adolescent learners.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A patient, resilient and approachable manner.

• Confidence managing challenging situations calmly and professionally.

• Ability to work effectively alongside teachers and pastoral teams.

• A genuine commitment to supporting young people's education and wellbeing.

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

• Have the right to work in the UK.

• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.

• Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education‑relevant CPD courses.

In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).