Job description
Job title: Behaviour Support
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460–£600 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Long-Term/Day-to-day, Full-Time/Part-Time
Do you have the patience and confidence to support pupils who need extra guidance to manage their behaviour and engage with school life?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are looking for a proactive Behaviour Support to work in a wonderful school in Sheffield. This opportunity is suited to someone who can encourage positive behaviour, support pupils through challenging moments and help them develop the skills needed to succeed in the classroom.
The role involves working with young people who may need additional guidance with their behaviour, relationships and emotional wellbeing. You will help create a consistent and supportive environment where pupils can develop positive habits and feel encouraged to participate.
As a Behaviour Support, you will:
- Support pupils who experience behavioural or emotional difficulties.
- Encourage positive choices and appropriate classroom conduct.
- Help pupils recognise and manage their emotions.
- Build trusting relationships through consistent support.
- Follow behaviour management plans and school procedures.
- Work with teachers and pastoral teams to address individual needs.
- Promote a safe and respectful environment for all pupils.
Requirements for the Behaviour Support role:
- Previous experience in behaviour support, mentoring, youth work or a related role is desirable.
- Understanding of behaviour management and positive reinforcement.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A patient, adaptable and resilient approach.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
If you are someone who can see beyond challenging behaviour and recognise the potential in every young person, we would be pleased to hear from you. Your ability to offer structure, encouragement and consistency can help pupils take positive steps forward.
What can GSL Education offer you?
- Local opportunities within schools across Sheffield.
- Support and guidance from a dedicated consultant.
- Competitive weekly rates and opportunities for professional development.
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 across South Yorkshire.
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.