Behaviour Support Assistant

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

Job summary

Join a nurturing secondary school as a Behaviour Support Assistant in Chichester! This role is your chance to make a real impact on students' lives, helping them navigate their emotional and academic challenges. You'll work closely with teachers to create a safe and supportive learning environment, ensuring every child feels included and valued. If you're passionate about helping others and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position offers a supportive team and opportunities for personal growth. Make a difference every day in a role that truly matters!

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Opportunities for career development

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children needing emotional or behavioral help is desirable.
• A warm, positive attitude and belief in every child's potential.

Responsibilities

• Build good relationships with children needing extra support.
• Help set up calm and focused activities for students.

Skills

Experience working with children

Calm under pressure

Positive attitude

Team player mindset

SEN experience

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

From Struggles to Strengths – Help Transform Lives as a Behaviour Support Assistant!

Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Chichester, West Sussex
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start Date: Immediate/September 2025
Contract: Full-time (Part-time can also be arranged for the right candidate)

GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a positive and nurturing secondary school in Chichester. This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of students, helping them develop socially, emotionally, and academically.

About the Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students who need additional behavioural guidance. Your work will help students manage their emotions, develop positive behaviours, and access their education with confidence. You will work closely with teachers and staff to create an environment where every student feels safe, supported, and ready to learn.

What You’ll Do Each Day:

• Build good relationships with children who need extra care and support.
• Help set up activities that are calm, focused, and welcoming for everyone.
• Step in when students feel overwhelmed, offering gentle guidance and care.
• Join classroom sessions and make learning easier for those who struggle.
• Be part of school life — from playtime to trips— making sure all students feel included.
• Notice small wins, track progress, and share successes with the team.
• Work with staff to keep the school a kind, safe place for all children to learn and grow.

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience working with children who need extra emotional or behavioural help is desirable.
• A warm, positive attitude and a strong belief in every child’s potential.
• The ability to stay calm under pressure and respond with kindness.
• A team player mindset — ready to share, listen, and adapt.
• Having SEN experience is beneficial and considered a strong asset.
• A clear, up-to-date CV (covering the last 10 years) and either an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or readiness to get one.

What You Get in Return:

• A fair hourly pay that values your skills and effort.
• A supportive school where you’ll have the tools you need to do your best.
• Opportunities to learn new things and build your career.
• A dedicated consultant to guide and support you along the way.
• A chance to make a real difference in students’ lives every day.

Let’s make it happen!

If you are a caring and dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant ready to support students in Chichester, we want to hear from you!

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.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Behaviour Support Assistant’ role in Chichester, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.