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Join Our Incredible Team as a Behaviour Support Assistant in Totton!

GSL Education are in search of a committed and enthusiastic Behaviour Support Assistant for an esteemed school in Totton. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the positive behavioural and emotional development of students, helping them achieve their educational goals.

About The Role:

As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting students with behavioural difficulties, working closely with teachers, parents and other support staff to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment. Your responsibilities will include both classroom assistance and individualised interventions, ensuring each student receives the necessary support to thrive academically and socially.

Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Totton
Salary: £76.92 - £95.68 per day (Depending on experience)

Start Date: Immediate

Contract: Part-time/Full-time

Responsibilities of Behaviour Support Assistant:

  • Assist in the planning and delivery of lessons, ensuring the inclusion and engagement of students with behavioural challenges.
  • Provide targeted support to students exhibiting challenging behaviours, implementing effective strategies to promote positive behaviour.
  • Employ effective techniques to manage crises and behavioural incidents, ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents and other professionals to develop and implement comprehensive support plans.
  • Track and document student progress, providing regular feedback to teachers and contributing to the development of personalised behaviour support plans.

The successful candidate will:

  • Have prior experience working with individuals exhibiting challenging behaviours.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
  • Flexibility to adapt to the varying needs of students and support different teaching strategies.
  • Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Why Choose GSL Education?

  • Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
  • Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with a variety of students.
  • Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.

Join Us Today!

We welcome applications from all applicants who feel that they can add value to an already flourishing department and play a vital role in shaping the educational journeys of students.

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 the UK.

For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘Behaviour Support Assistant’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultant will be in touch.