Behaviour Support Assistant

Gsl Education; Chester; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Behavioural training

Safeguarding training

Long-term opportunities

Dedicated GSL consultant

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a Behaviour Mentor Teaching Assistant to join friendly Cheshire schools on a full-time, term-time only basis. You will support pupils with behavioural and SEMH needs, delivering targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions under the guidance of teachers and SENCOs.

The role emphasizes creating a positive, structured environment, developing behaviour plans, and liaising with staff and external agencies.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with behavioural or SEMH needs.
• Knowledge of behaviour regulation strategies and de-escalation.
• Confidence managing behaviour in schools or similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support to pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Implement and monitor behaviour support strategies and intervention plans.
• Support emotional regulation and re-engagement with learning.
• Model positive behaviour and build respectful pupil relationships.
• Liaise with staff, SENCOs and external agencies to support pupil progress.
• Contribute to behaviour-focused initiatives across the school.
• Provide feedback on pupil development to staff and parents where appropriate.

Skills

Behaviour support

SEMH knowledge

De-escalation techniques

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Behaviour Mentor Teaching Assistant – Full-Time Role

Location: Cheshire
Start Date: Ongoing – Immediate and Future Opportunities
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

GSL Education is working with a number of welcoming and well-led schools across the Cheshire who are seeking Behaviour Mentor Teaching Assistants to join their teams. These roles are ideal for those with experience supporting young people with additional needs, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) challenges, or behavioural difficulties.

As a Behaviour Mentor TA, you’ll play a key role in creating a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment, working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to improve engagement and outcomes for students who need it most.

Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support to pupils presenting challenging behaviour
• Implement and monitor behaviour support strategies and individual intervention plans
• Support emotional regulation, positive choices, and re-engagement with learning
• Build strong, respectful relationships with pupils and act as a positive role model
• Liaise with teaching staff, SENCOs and external agencies to support pupil progress
• Contribute to the development of behaviour-focused initiatives across the school
• Provide feedback on pupil development to staff and parents where appropriate

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with young people with behavioural or SEMH needs (school, care, or youth work background welcome)
• Knowledge of behaviour regulation strategies and de-escalation techniques
• Confidence managing behaviour in a school or alternative setting
• Excellent communication, empathy, and resilience
• A team-player attitude with a calm, consistent approach

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
• Access to Behaviour Mentor, safeguarding and de-escalation training
• Opportunities in primary, secondary, SEND and alternative provision settings
• Ongoing support from your dedicated GSL consultant
• Potential for long-term and permanent roles in Manchester schools

Please note: All applicants must have a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. An enhanced DBS on the Update Service and two professional references are required.