Job description
Behaviour Teaching Assistant
Location: Scarborough
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: January 2026
GSL Education are seeking a proactive Behaviour Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist secondary provision supporting pupils with challenging behaviour in the Scarborough area.
About the School
The provision offers a structured and supportive environment for pupils who require a more flexible and personalised approach to learning. Staff focus on consistency, clear expectations and positive behaviour support.
Behaviour Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
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Support pupils in managing behaviour and accessing learning.
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Implement behaviour support and de-escalation strategies.
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Promote positive routines, boundaries and expectations.
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Support classroom and intervention-based learning.
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Work closely with teachers and pastoral teams.
Requirements
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Experience supporting behaviour in education or youth settings.
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Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies.
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Resilience, patience and emotional intelligence.
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Ability to remain calm under pressure.
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
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.
GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.
If you would like to apply for the position of Behaviour Teaching Assistant, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.