Behaviour Support Assistant - South Manchester

GSL Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in Manchester is seeking a Behavior Support Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience in education or youth work, a valid DBS, and a caring approach. This role offers a long-term, full-time contract with opportunities for professional development and flexible scheduling.

Benefits

Flexibility in assignments

Supportive consultants

Long-term contract

Qualifications

• Previous experience in secondary schools or Youth Work is essential.
• A valid DBS registered on the update service is required.
• A caring and resilient approach to support students with SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH challenges.
• Handle and de-escalate challenging behaviour professionally.
• Provide academic assistance in core subjects at Key Stage 3 and 4.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Empathy

Communication

Job description

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Behaviour Support Assistant - South Manchester, Manchester

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Client:

GSL Education

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

GSL Education are currently recruiting people with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the resilience and transferable skillset to handle challenging behaviour and help learners love learning?

The roles we have available in schools are suited to people with experience as Youth Workers, SEN Teaching Assistants or Psychology graduates.

GSL Education are working closely with a number of Primary, Secondary and SEN schools in Greater Manchester, including schools who have vacancies to start in September.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support for SEMH Needs: Work closely with students with SEMH challenges

• Behaviour Management: Handle and de-escalate challenging behaviour with confidence and professionalism, maintaining a calm and supportive environment.

• Curriculum Support: Provide academic assistance in Primary, Maths, English, and Science at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

• Flexible Support: Work across mainstream classrooms, alternative provisions, or in one-to-one settings.

• Collaboration: Liaise with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.

We would like to hear from you if any of the below apply to you?

• Relevant Experience: Previous experience in secondary schools, with a background in SEMH support or Youth Work.

• DBS on Update Service: A valid DBS registered on the update service is essential

• Empathy and Resilience: A caring, patient, and resilient approach to supporting students with SEMH needs.

Why Work with Us:

As a Supply member of staff, enjoy the freedom to choose your assignments and manage your schedule.

- Experience a wide range of teaching environments and challenges as a Supply Teacher.

- September start for the right candidate

- Long-term, full-time contract for stability

- Dedicated consultants who will support your employment needs

- Commitment to quality and safeguarding

If you are looking to make a significant impact in the lives of young learners and contribute to the success of our school, we would love to hear from you.

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.

Apply Now:

For more details about this fulfilling role and the school, please do not hesitate to contact consultant, Orien Salehi Mojdeh at 0161 537 6500 or orien.mojdehgsleducation Alternatively, you can submit your up-to-date CV through the application link.