Job description
Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant (Secondary)
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and feel more confident in the classroom? A secondary school in Sheffield is looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to help students engage with their learning and make positive choices throughout the school day.
About the Role:
You will work closely with subject teachers and pastoral staff to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4. Your role will involve helping pupils manage their behaviour, stay focused during lessons and navigate transitions between classes. By offering consistent guidance and encouragement, you will help students develop better learning habits and work towards their academic goals, including GCSE preparation where appropriate.
About the School:
The school is committed to inclusive education and recognises the importance of consistent behaviour support. Staff work collaboratively to maintain clear expectations, provide effective pastoral care and ensure students have the guidance they need to succeed.
Responsibilities:
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Support secondary-aged students with behavioural, emotional and social needs.
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Work alongside subject teachers across different departments to encourage classroom participation.
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Help students manage their emotions and respond positively to guidance.
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Support smooth transitions between lessons and school activities.
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Build positive professional relationships with individuals and small groups.
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Reinforce school behaviour policies and promote respectful interactions.
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Share observations and relevant updates with teaching and pastoral staff.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with young people, preferably in a secondary school setting, is desirable.
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A calm, patient and consistent approach to behaviour management.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Confidence responding to challenging situations in a professional manner.
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The ability to work effectively with teachers and pastoral teams.
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A genuine interest in helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
If you are keen to make a meaningful difference to students' school experiences and help them get the best from their education, we would love to hear from you.
To work with GSL Education as a Behaviour Support Assistant, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK.
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
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Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Leanne Clark at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.