Behaviour Support Assistant

GSL Education; Harlow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

CPD training library

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a Behaviour Mentor / Teaching Assistant for a Primary School in Harlow. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with behavioural, emotional and social needs, helping with regulation and learning engagement.

The role offers competitive daily rates (£93-£115) and CPD training access; you will join a supportive team, work closely with SENCOs and staff, and contribute to a calm, inclusive classroom culture.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN/SEMH and challenging behaviour.
• Ability to implement behaviour management strategies.
• Strong communication and patient approach.
• Calm, consistent and supportive in difficult situations.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with behavioural, emotional and additional needs.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a consistent and positive role model.
• Support students with emotional regulation, self-management and positive behaviour choices.
• Implement agreed behaviour management and intervention strategies consistently.
• Use de-escalation and conflict-resolution techniques when supporting students in challenging situations.
• Identify potential triggers and help pupils develop strategies to manage their behaviour and emotions.
• Support pupils to re-engage with learning following incidents of dysregulation or challenging behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff to provide consistent support.
• Encourage students to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships with staff and peers.
• Maintain a calm, structured and inclusive environment where students feel safe and supported.

Skills

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Boundaries

Team collaboration

Job description

Behaviour Mentor - Teaching Assistant - Learning Support Assistant - SEN - SEMH - Education and Training

Position: Behaviour Mentor / Teaching Assistant (Primary School - Additional Resource Centre)
Location: Harlow
Salary Scale: £93 - £115 a day (Depending on Experience)
Contract Type: Full-time

As a Behaviour Mentor, you will play a key role in supporting students who may experience behavioural, emotional and social difficulties within a school environment. You will build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, helping them to manage their behaviour, develop emotional regulation and engage positively with education.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience working with SEN, SEMH, challenging behaviour, ADHD, ASC or complex needs who is confident remaining calm, consistent and supportive in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with behavioural, emotional and additional needs.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a consistent and positive role model.
• Support students with emotional regulation, self-management and positive behaviour choices.
• Implement agreed behaviour management and intervention strategies consistently.
• Use appropriate de-escalation and conflict-resolution techniques when supporting students in challenging situations.
• Identify potential triggers and help pupils develop strategies to manage their behaviour and emotions.
• Support pupils to re-engage with learning following incidents of dysregulation or challenging behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff to provide consistent support.
• Encourage students to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships with staff and peers.
• Maintain a calm, structured and inclusive environment where students feel safe and supported.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience supporting children or young people with behavioural, emotional or additional needs is desirable.
• Experience with SEMH, SEN, ADHD, ASC or challenging behaviour would be highly beneficial.
• Confident using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach, particularly when dealing with challenging situations.
• Ability to build positive relationships while maintaining clear and appropriate boundaries.
• Initiative, resilience and a willingness to work collaboratively with school staff.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates of £93 - £115 per day.
• Access to our CPD training library with over £8,000 worth of courses to support your professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives and education of young people.

What happens now?

• Upon application, one of our dedicated consultants will call you to discuss your experience, suitability and what you are looking for.
• You will receive full support throughout