Job description
Looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant (SEN) in Dinnington!
Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant (SEN)
Location: Dinnington
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026
Are you passionate about helping children with additional needs feel supported, understood and ready to learn? A supportive SEN setting in Dinnington is looking for a patient and dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join its team from September.
About the Role:
As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who need additional support with behaviour, communication and emotional regulation. You will help them manage everyday challenges, engage with learning and develop greater independence, adapting your approach to each child's individual needs. Working alongside teachers and other support staff, you will play an important part in maintaining a safe and consistent learning environment.
About the School:
This inclusive SEN setting recognises that every child has different strengths, needs and ways of learning. Staff work collaboratively to provide tailored support, establish clear routines and create a positive environment where pupils feel secure and able to make progress.
Responsibilities:
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Provide individual and small-group support to pupils with special educational needs.
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Help pupils manage challenging behaviour and develop positive coping strategies.
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Support emotional regulation, communication and social interaction.
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Use consistent approaches and agreed strategies to respond to individual behavioural needs.
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Work alongside teachers and SEN staff to adapt activities and support engagement in learning.
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Encourage independence, confidence and positive relationships.
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Monitor pupils' responses and progress, sharing relevant observations with the wider team.
Requirements:
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Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable.
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Understanding of behaviour support and the challenges some pupils may face with emotional regulation.
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A patient, calm and empathetic approach.
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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Ability to follow individual support plans and work consistently as part of a team.
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A genuine commitment to helping children with additional needs reach their potential.
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity where your patience and understanding can make a real difference, we encourage you to apply for a September start.
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. Tom Knight at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.