Behaviour Support Assistant

GSL Education; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education in Barnsley is seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant to help pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4 manage behaviour, stay engaged and prepare for GCSEs where appropriate. You will work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to foster a calm, inclusive learning environment.

The role requires safeguarding awareness, strong communication and the ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people, particularly teenagers.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Patient, confident and consistent approach when dealing with challenging behaviour.
• Ability to build professional relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Confidence supporting students with different behavioural and emotional needs.
• Genuine commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary pupils with behaviour, emotional regulation and classroom engagement.
• Work alongside subject teachers to maintain a productive learning environment.
• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils who need additional guidance.
• Encourage positive behaviour, respect for others and responsibility for learning.
• Support pupils during lesson transitions and across different departments.
• Monitor behaviour and share relevant observations with teachers and pastoral staff.
• Help pupils build confidence, resilience and positive relationships with peers.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Patience

Relationship building

Safeguarding

Job description

Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant (Secondary)

Location: Barnsley

Salary: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time

Start Date: Immediately

Are you passionate about helping teenagers overcome challenges and get the most out of their education? A secondary school in Barnsley is looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to help pupils stay engaged, manage their behaviour and build confidence in the classroom.

About the Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you'll work alongside subject teachers and pastoral staff to support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4. You'll help students manage difficult situations, navigate lesson transitions and engage with their learning, including preparation for GCSEs where appropriate. Your calm, consistent approach will help pupils develop positive behaviours and make better use of their time in school.

About the School:

The school is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where young people feel supported to learn and progress. Staff work collaboratively to maintain clear behavioural expectations, provide appropriate pastoral support and help pupils develop the skills they need to succeed both academically and socially.

Responsibilities:

• Support secondary pupils with behaviour, emotional regulation and classroom engagement.

• Work alongside subject teachers to maintain a productive learning environment.

• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils who need additional guidance.

• Encourage positive behaviour, respect for others and responsibility for learning.

• Support pupils during lesson transitions and across different departments.

• Monitor behaviour and share relevant observations with teachers and pastoral staff.

• Help pupils build confidence, resilience and positive relationships with peers.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with young people, particularly teenagers, is desirable.

• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.

• A patient, confident and consistent approach when dealing with challenging behaviour.

• Ability to build professional relationships with pupils and school staff.

• Confidence supporting students with different behavioural and emotional needs.

• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and helping young people succeed.

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.

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 two years.

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

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

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