Behaviour Support Assistant

GSL Education; Market Weighton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education Hull is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to work across two specialist education sites in East Yorkshire, supporting pupils with SEMH and additional behavioural needs. The role focuses on building positive relationships, supporting emotional regulation and helping pupils gain confidence and resilience.

The role involves working closely with teaching staff to support behaviour and engagement in learning, with responsibilities including managing emotions, encouraging

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or SEND.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours with calmness and consistency.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for helping pupils engage and re-engage with education.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH, SEND and challenging behaviour.
• Build positive relationships with young people to aid engagement.
• Help pupils regulate emotions using approved strategies.
• Encourage participation in classroom and practical activities.
• Support development of confidence, communication, independence and social skills.
• Follow individual support plans and safeguarding procedures.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to provide consistent, personalised support.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Market Weighton
£100–£125 per day, depending on experience
Full-time | 8:30am–4:30pm
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle essential
Permanent position

GSL Education Hull are recruiting for a resilient, caring and enthusiastic Behaviour Support Assistant to work across two specialist education sites in East Yorkshire, supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The settings provide tailored education for young people who may have struggled in mainstream schools, including pupils with SEMH, autism and additional behavioural needs. The focus is on building positive relationships, supporting emotional regulation and helping pupils develop confidence, resilience and independence.

One site offers a structured, classroom-based learning environment with targeted interventions and pastoral support. The other provides a more practical and vocational approach, with opportunities for outdoor learning, horticulture, woodwork, bushcraft and animal-related activities. Both settings aim to help pupils re-engage with education, develop essential life skills and work towards positive outcomes.

The Role a a SEMH Teaching Assistant:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils with their behaviour, emotional wellbeing and engagement in learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND and challenging behaviour.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with young people who may struggle to engage with education.
• Helping pupils manage their emotions and use appropriate strategies to reduce distress and escalation.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and engagement in classroom and practical activities.
• Supporting the development of confidence, communication, independence and social skills.
• Following individual support plans, behaviour strategies and safeguarding procedures.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff to provide consistent, personalised support.

The Ideal Behaviour Support Assistant:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
• Is calm, patient, resilient and confident when managing challenging situations.
• Can build positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Has strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and succeed.
• Is comfortable supporting both classroom-based and practical outdoor learning.
• Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle, as travelling between the two sites is essential.

What GSL Education Offers

• Competitive daily pay of £100–£125, depending on experience.
• A full-time position, working 8:30am–4:30pm.
• Dedicated support from your GSL Education consultant.
• Valuable experience within specialist SEMH education.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

All applicants must have an Enhanced DBS, or be willing to apply for one.