Behaviour Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational support agency in Doncaster is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to help students overcome behavioral challenges. The ideal candidate will have experience in a support setting and excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive daily pay and flexible work options, along with access to training and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible work options

Access to training and professional development

Ongoing support from a recruitment consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school, youth work, or support environment.
• Ability to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and effectively.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support to pupils with behavioural needs.
• Support teachers in implementing behaviour management strategies.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Resilience

Job description

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Are you a calm, resilient, and empathetic individual ready to make a positive difference in the lives of young people?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive school in the Tickhill (DN11) area. As a Behaviour Support Assistant, this role is perfect for someone passionate about helping students overcome behavioural and emotional challenges to succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Responsibilities as a Behaviour Support Assistant:

• Provide 1:1 and group support to pupils with behavioural or SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs.
• Support teachers in implementing behaviour management strategies.
• Build strong, trusting relationships to help pupils develop positive behaviours and self-regulation skills.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching and pastoral staff.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

Requirements for Behaviour Support Assistant:

• Previous experience in a school, youth work, or support environment.
• Patience, resilience, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and effectively.
• A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A CV covering the last 10 years of employment history, with any gaps explained.

What GSL Education Offers:

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Flexible work options to match your availability.
• Access to training and professional development.
• Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.

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.

To apply for the role of Behaviour Support Assistant, please click ‘apply now’ and submit your CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.