Job description
Job Title: Behaviour Support Staff
Location: Sheffield (S5, S9)
Pay rate: £460 - £600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a proactive and supportive Behaviour Support Staff member who can help students overcome challenges and stay engaged in learning?
Schools in Sheffield (S5, S9) and GSL Education are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Staff member to provide consistent behavioural and pastoral support to pupils.
As Behaviour Support Staff, you will work closely with students who may struggle with behaviour, emotional regulation, or engagement. You will help create a calm, structured environment where pupils feel supported and motivated to make positive choices.
Responsibilities of Behaviour Support Staff:
- Provide one-to-one and small group behaviour support.
- Assist pupils in developing emotional regulation and coping strategies.
- Implement behaviour management strategies set by the school.
- Support students during lessons, breaks, and unstructured times.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and pastoral teams.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in behaviour support or mentoring roles.
- Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
- A patient, consistent, and resilient approach.
- Ability to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
If you are committed to supporting young people and helping them succeed, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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.
For more information or to register your interest in the “Behaviour Support Staff” role in Sheffield, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Leanne Clark at Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.comfor more information.