Job description
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
Do you have the patience and understanding to help children with additional needs feel supported, build confidence and manage challenging behaviour? A specialist education setting in Dinnington is looking for a compassionate and committed Behaviour Support Assistant to join its team from September 2026.
About the Role:
As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils with special educational needs (SEN), providing tailored support to help them manage their emotions, develop positive behaviours and engage with learning. You will work alongside teachers and other support staff, adapting your approach to each child's individual needs. Some pupils may require additional help with communication, emotional regulation and following daily routines, making consistency and patience particularly important in this role.
About the School:
This specialist setting is dedicated to supporting children with a range of additional needs and providing an environment where every pupil is understood and encouraged to develop at their own pace. Staff work collaboratively to deliver individualised support, maintain clear routines and ensure pupils feel safe, valued and included.
Responsibilities:
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Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with special educational needs.
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Help children manage challenging behaviour and develop positive coping strategies.
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Support emotional regulation, communication and social development.
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Follow individual behaviour support plans and adapt approaches to pupils' needs.
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Encourage participation in classroom activities and daily routines.
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Work alongside teachers and SEN staff to maintain a consistent approach to pupil support.
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Recognise potential triggers and respond calmly to challenging situations.
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Monitor pupil progress and communicate relevant observations to the wider team.
Requirements:
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Previous experience supporting children with SEN or additional behavioural needs is desirable.
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A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
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Understanding of different behavioural needs and emotional regulation strategies.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to remain calm and consistent when managing challenging situations.
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Confidence working both independently and as part of a wider support team.
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A genuine commitment to helping children overcome barriers to learning and development.
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 are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a meaningful difference to their school experience, we would love to hear from you. Submit your full and up-to-date CV today to be considered for this September opportunity.
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.