Behaviour Support Assistant

Gsl Education; East Ferry; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education in Spilsby is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to support learners with challenging behaviours on a supply basis, with ASAP start. You will work within a specialist school, building positive relationships and helping pupils re-engage with learning. Potential for a permanent role may emerge over time.

The position requires resilience, calm communication, and collaboration with teaching staff to implement individual plans and maintain a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience handling challenging behaviours in school, care, or support settings.
• Calm, patient and resilient disposition with the ability to stay composed.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a consistent role model.
• Promote positive behaviour through clear boundaries and encouragement.
• Help pupils re-engage with learning and develop confidence and independence.
• Work with teachers to follow individual behaviour and support plans.
• Promote a safe, inclusive learning environment and follow safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Behaviour management

Resilience

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Location: Spilsby
Employer: GSL Education
Contract: Supply, with potential for a permanent position
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to work within a specialist school setting in Spilsby. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience in education, care, support work or a similar environment who wants to make a genuine difference to young people.

The Role

You will support pupils who may display challenging or complex behaviours, helping them develop positive behaviours, confidence and the skills needed to engage successfully with school life.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with behavioural needs.

Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a consistent role model.

Promote positive behaviour through clear boundaries and encouragement.

Help pupils re-engage with learning and develop confidence and independence.

Work alongside teachers and support staff to follow individual behaviour and support plans.

Promote a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.

Follow all relevant safeguarding, behaviour and health & safety procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

Experienced working with challenging behaviours, either in a school, care or support setting.

Calm, patient and resilient, with the ability to remain composed in challenging situations.

Confident building positive relationships with young people.

Compassionate and understanding, while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.

A strong communicator who works well as part of a team.

Happy to work on a supply basis, with the potential to move into a full-time/permanent role when the right opportunity becomes available.

Why GSL Education?

GSL Education provides ongoing support throughout your placement, working closely with you to find opportunities that match your experience and career goals.

If you're passionate about supporting young people, promoting positive behaviour and helping pupils reach their potential, we'd love 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 throughout Lincolnshire