Secondary School Behaviour Support Specialist

GSL Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant in Sheffield to help secondary students engage, manage emotions and navigate lessons. You will work alongside teachers and pastoral staff across Key Stages 3 and 4, providing individual or small-group support, upholding safeguarding standards and promoting positive behaviour throughout the school day.

The role offers flexible hours with either full-time or part-time contracts, and pays £460–£600 per week depending on experience,

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally in a secondary school.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach when responding to challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with adolescents.
• Confidence in maintaining clear boundaries and consistent expectations.
• The ability to work effectively with teachers and pastoral teams.
• A genuine interest in helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary-aged pupils with behaviour management, emotional regulation and classroom engagement.
• Work with subject teachers across different departments to maintain a focused learning environment.
• Help students manage lesson transitions and follow daily school routines.
• Encourage respectful behaviour, positive choices and appropriate boundaries.
• Provide individual or small-group support where pupils need additional guidance.
• Share relevant observations with teachers and pastoral staff to help maintain consistent support.
• Follow school behaviour policies and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Communication skills

Adolescent engagement

Job description

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant in Sheffield to help secondary students engage, manage emotions and navigate lessons. You will work alongside teachers and pastoral staff across Key Stages 3 and 4, providing individual or small-group support, upholding safeguarding standards and promoting positive behaviour throughout the school day.

The role offers flexible hours with either full-time or part-time contracts, and pays £460–£600 per week depending on experience,