Job description
Job Title: Behaviour Support
Location: Sheffield
Pay: £460–£650 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term
Do you think, you can help students overcome behavioural challenges and create a positive learning environment where they can succeed?
GSL Education are recruiting a Behaviour Support professional to join inclusive schools in Sheffield. We are interested in hearing from resilient and compassionate individuals who can promote positive behaviour, build meaningful relationships with students, and support them in achieving their full potential.
The Behaviour Support role is ideal for someone who is committed to improving student engagement, confidence, and wellbeing through consistent guidance and encouragement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support students in managing their behaviour and making positive choices throughout the school day
- Implement behaviour strategies that encourage engagement and reduce classroom disruption
- Build positive relationships with pupils to promote trust, confidence, and resilience
- Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to deliver targeted behaviour interventions
- Monitor student progress and maintain accurate behaviour and wellbeing records
- Help create a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment for all students
Behaviour Support Requirements:
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with behavioural needs is desirable
- Good understanding of behaviour management strategies and safeguarding practices
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Resilient, adaptable, and committed to supporting positive student outcomes
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education:
- Attractive weekly pay between £460–£650, depending on experience
- Gain valuable experience supporting students with a range of behavioural needs
- Ongoing guidance and career support from experienced education consultants
- Play a key role in helping students build confidence, resilience, and long-term success
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 throughout the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Behaviour Support’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.