Job description
Job title: Behaviour Support
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460–£600 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Long-Term/Day-to-day, Full-Time/Part-Time
Can you build positive relationships with young people and help them overcome behavioural challenges in the classroom?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are seeking a confident and understanding Behaviour Support professional to work in a supportive school in Doncaster. This opportunity is ideal for someone who can provide consistent guidance, encourage positive choices and help pupils develop the confidence to engage with their education.
You will work closely with pupils who may need additional support with emotional regulation, behaviour and social interaction. Your ability to remain calm, set clear boundaries and offer encouragement will help create a more positive learning environment.
Responsibilities of a Behaviour Support:
- Provide support to pupils experiencing behavioural or emotional difficulties.
- Encourage positive behaviour and appropriate classroom interactions.
- Help pupils develop strategies to manage their emotions.
- Build trusting relationships through consistent support.
- Follow individual behaviour plans and school procedures.
- Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to monitor pupils' progress.
- Respond professionally to challenging situations.
Requirements for the Behaviour Support role:
- Experience in behaviour support, mentoring, youth work or a similar role is desirable.
- Understanding of behaviour management and positive reinforcement.
- Confidence when supporting pupils through challenging situations.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A patient, resilient and adaptable approach.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
If you can offer young people the right balance of encouragement, structure and understanding, this could be a rewarding opportunity. We are looking for someone who is committed to helping pupils make positive changes and achieve their potential.
What can GSL Education offer you?
- Access to opportunities in schools across Doncaster.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
- Competitive weekly pay 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.