Behaviour Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Southampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading education agency as a full-time Behaviour Support Assistant in Southampton. Support young people facing behavioural challenges in a dynamic school environment. Make a genuine impact while enjoying a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and a supportive community. This role is available for an immediate start or from September 2025.

Benefits

Immediate Start or September Flexibility

Supportive School Community

Career Progression Opportunities

Refer a Friend Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or transferable skills from youth work, social work, or pastoral care.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people and promoting positive behaviour.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with students to support their development.
• Provide calm and effective responses to behaviour incidents.
• Collaborate with staff to implement tailored behaviour plans.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Resilience

Adaptability

Job description

Incredible Opportunity: Full-Time Behaviour Support Assistant in Southampton, Hampshire!

Passionate about supporting young people and making a real impact?

GSL Education are seeking a committed and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant (BSA) to join a dynamic secondary school in Southampton. This full-time role offers a competitive annual salary of £21,500 to £24,500, with working hours from 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only). The position is available to start ASAP or from September 2025, depending on your availability.

About the Role

Step into a rewarding position where your support can transform lives. As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in helping students overcome behavioural challenges and thrive in their educational journey. Your responsibilities will include:

• Student Engagement: Build strong, trusting relationships with students to support their emotional and behavioural development.
• Crisis Intervention: Provide calm, effective responses to behavioural incidents, helping to de-escalate and resolve conflicts.
• Mentoring and Guidance: Offer one-on-one and small group support to students, acting as a positive role model.
• Collaborative Support: Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals to implement tailored behaviour plans.
• Monitoring Progress: Track student behaviour and progress, contributing to reports and reviews.
• Inclusive Environment: Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive school culture.

What We’re Looking in Behaviour Support Assistant

• Experience in a similar role or transferable skills from youth work, social work, or pastoral care.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people and promoting positive behaviour.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Resilience, patience, and adaptability in challenging situations.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative school environment.

Why Join Us?

• Immediate Start or September Flexibility: Begin your journey when it suits you best.
• Supportive School Community: Join a team that values your contribution and supports your growth.
• Career Progression: Opportunity for long-term development and potential permanent placement.

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 for staff in schools across the UK.

Ready to make a difference?
Click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Refer a Friend Bonus: Know someone perfect for the role? Refer them and earn £100 once they’ve worked 5 days through GSL Education!