Behaviour Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant to work in Southampton. This role focuses on supporting students with challenging behaviour and helping them reintegrate into mainstream education. The ideal candidate will be resilient, committed, and passionate about improving students' lives. With a competitive pay structure and dedicated support, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the education sector. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the development of students in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in environments with challenging behaviour.
• Passion for working with students with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and pupils to keep students engaged in learning.
• Help students return to mainstream education.

Skills

Resilience

Positive Attitude

Experience in SEMH / PRU settings

Youth Work

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Sport

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Drama

Degree in Counselling

Degree in Therapy

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Behaviour Support Assistant, Southampton

Client: GSL Education

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Position: Behaviour Support Worker

Salary: £ - £ per hour

Location: Southampton

Start Date: September 2024

Contract Type: Full time/Part time

Are you interested in working with pupils with challenging behaviour?

GSL Education is currently working closely with various schools in Southampton to support their staffing needs. The focus is on rapidly improving these schools and developing their students and learning. The role involves supporting students in the provision with the aim for them to return to mainstream education. The ideal candidate should be resilient, committed, and have a positive attitude to improve pupils' lives. Responsibilities include supporting teachers and pupils, helping to keep students engaged in learning.

To be successful in this role, the candidate should:

• Be comfortable working in environments with challenging behaviour
• Have a passion for working with students with additional needs
• Experience in SEMH / PRU settings
• Background in Youth Work, Police, Army, Sports coaching, Mentoring
• Graduates in Sport, Psychology, Drama, Counselling, or Therapy

If interested, please apply now!

Requirements for working with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Right to work in the UK
• Up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last 2 years
• DBS registered with the update service or willingness to apply for one via GSL Education

We offer competitive pay rates, personalized service, and dedicated support to help you secure your role. Whether starting your career or seeking better work-life balance, we are here to support you. We have extensive experience in helping candidates gain relevant experience and training for roles such as Support Staff, Teachers, Psychologists, and Leadership positions.

Note: This role requires strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must pass all background checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service. For more information, contact Conor Burgess at GSL Education.

To apply for the SEN Teaching Assistant role, please use the application link or visit our website to apply online.