Job description
Job Title: Behaviour Support Staff
Location: Wakefield WF4
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term, Part-Time / Full-Time
Are you a patient and proactive Behaviour Support Staff looking for a rewarding role in Wakefield starting January 2026?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Staff to join a supportive school in Wakefield WF4. This role is perfect for someone passionate about helping pupils manage their behaviour, develop positive relationships, and achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities of the Behaviour Support Staff:
- Provide 1:1 and group support to students with behavioural needs.
- Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques.
- Foster positive relationships to encourage engagement and learning.
- Support teachers in maintaining a calm, inclusive, and structured classroom environment.
- Collaborate with staff, parents, and external professionals to support student development.
- An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through GSL Education.
Requirements for the Behaviour Support Staff role:
- Previous experience supporting children with behavioural or SEMH needs.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm and adaptable in challenging situations.
- Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and safeguarding procedures.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willingness to apply through GSL Education.
Benefits of Joining GSL Education:
- Flexible working – full-time or part-time options.
- Opportunities for CPD and professional development in behaviour support.
- Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated consultant.
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 staff in schools across the UK.
To apply for this Behaviour Support Staff role in Wakefield (WF4), click ‘apply now’ and upload your most recent CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at sam.scott@gsleducation.com for more information.