Behaviour Support Assistant

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: Immediate Start

Are you passionate about helping teenagers overcome behavioural challenges and engage positively with their education? A secondary school in Barnsley is seeking a patient and resilient Behaviour Support Assistant to help pupils navigate challenges and make the most of their time in the classroom.

About the Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work alongside subject teachers and pastoral staff to support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will help students manage their behaviour, regulate their emotions and remain engaged during lessons, including those working towards their GCSEs. Your support will help maintain clear classroom expectations and give young people the opportunity to develop greater confidence and independence.

About the School:

The school is committed to providing an inclusive and structured learning environment where pupils are encouraged to take responsibility for their behaviour and progress. Staff work collaboratively across departments to promote positive relationships, consistent expectations and effective pastoral support for adolescents with different needs.

Responsibilities:

* Support secondary school pupils with behaviour management, emotional regulation and engagement.

* Work alongside subject teachers to minimise disruption and encourage participation in lessons.

* Build positive, professional relationships with pupils across different year groups.

* Help students manage transitions between lessons and follow school routines.

* Support pupils who experience barriers to learning, using appropriate behaviour strategies.

* Monitor behaviour and progress, reporting concerns and relevant observations to teaching and pastoral staff.

* Follow school policies to maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive environment.

Requirements:

* Previous experience supporting children or young people, particularly adolescents, is desirable.

* Strong communication and behaviour management skills.

* A calm, patient and consistent approach when dealing with challenging behaviour.

* Confidence working with pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4.

* Ability to work collaboratively with subject teachers and pastoral teams.

* A genuine commitment to helping young people improve their behaviour, engagement and educational outcomes.

To work with GSL Education as a Behaviour Support Assistant, you should:

* Have the right to work in the UK.

* Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.

* 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 overcome challenges and build more positive experiences at school, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered.

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.