Job description
Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant (Secondary)
Location: Barnsley
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 get the most out of their education? A secondary school in Barnsley is looking for a patient and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to support students with their behaviour, engagement and progress in the classroom.
About the Role:
As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you'll work alongside subject teachers and pastoral staff to support secondary-aged pupils who may struggle with behaviour, emotional regulation or engagement in lessons. You'll help students manage challenges, follow classroom expectations and develop positive approaches to learning across different subjects and year groups. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with young people while helping them make better use of their time in school.
About the School:
The school aims to provide a safe, inclusive environment where students are supported to overcome barriers and achieve their potential. Staff work closely together to maintain consistent behaviour expectations, provide appropriate pastoral support and help pupils develop the confidence and skills they need for success.
Responsibilities:
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Provide individual and small-group support to secondary-aged pupils experiencing behavioural difficulties.
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Work alongside subject teachers to encourage positive engagement during lessons.
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Help students manage their emotions and respond appropriately to challenging situations.
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Support pupils during lesson transitions and across different departments where needed.
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Promote respectful behaviour, clear boundaries and positive relationships.
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Encourage students to participate in learning and take responsibility for their actions.
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Monitor behaviour and progress, sharing relevant observations with teachers and pastoral staff.
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Follow school behaviour policies and safeguarding procedures at all times.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with secondary-aged children or young people is desirable.
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A calm, patient and resilient approach to challenging behaviour.
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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Confidence supporting adolescents with different behavioural and emotional needs.
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The ability to remain consistent and professional in difficult situations.
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A flexible approach and the ability to work effectively with teachers and pastoral teams.
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Experience in behaviour support, pastoral care or a secondary school setting is advantageous.
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).
If you're ready to help young people navigate challenges, build confidence and engage more positively with their education, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered.
To apply for this Behaviour Support Assistant role, please submit your full and up-to-date CV.
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. Paul Zivcovic at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.