Behaviour Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education support agency is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to work in a SEMH school in Newham. The role involves supporting vulnerable students by implementing behaviour support plans, fostering positive relationships, and creating an inclusive classroom environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH needs and a compassionate approach to education.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.
• Must be willing to apply for an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs, promoting positive behaviour.
• Implement behavior plans and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Behaviour management techniques

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people facing challenges in behaviour and mental health? If so, GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in Newham.

Role: As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with students from vulnerable backgrounds, helping them overcome barriers to learning and development. You will play a crucial role in providing a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that enables students to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Responsibilities of the Behaviour Support Assistant:

• Support students with SEMH needs, promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students to foster self-confidence and resilience.
• Implement behaviour support plans and tailored interventions to address individual needs.
• Assist teachers in creating an inclusive classroom environment and adapting lessons where necessary.
• Monitor and manage challenging behaviours, employing de-escalation strategies when required.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including teachers, therapists, and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, incidents, and interventions.

Requirements of the Behaviour Support Assistant:

• Experience working with students with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, or similar.
• A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach to supporting vulnerable young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques is highly desirable.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
• Competitive daily rates of pay (£85-£100 per day), based on experience.
• A supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students with SEMH needs.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Behaviour Support Assistant’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Newham!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguardingand child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all

background safer recruitmentchecks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service orcompleting 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’ in a secondary schoolrole, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.