Job description
Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Grantham
Salary: £83.33 - £95.00 per day (Depending on experience)
Start date: January 2025
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about helping children and young people manage their behaviour and achieve their full potential?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive school in Grantham. This role offers an exciting opportunity to positively impact students' lives by providing essential behavioural and emotional support. If you are passionate about making a real difference and thrive in a rewarding and dynamic role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Responsibilities:
As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will:
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Work closely with students to support their behavioural, emotional, and academic needs.
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Assist teachers in implementing behaviour management strategies within the classroom.
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Provide one-on-one and small group support to students who require additional guidance.
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Promote positive behaviour and help students develop coping skills and self-regulation.
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Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCO, and parents to monitor and report on student progress.
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Create a nurturing and inclusive environment that encourages student growth and confidence.
Requirements:
To excel as a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will need:
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Experience working with children or young people with behavioural challenges (desirable).
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A calm, patient, and resilient approach to managing complex behaviours.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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The ability to build trusting relationships with students and staff.
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A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
Why Join GSL Education?
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Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
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Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
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Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with a variety of students.
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Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
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Make a significant difference in the lives of students, helping them to achieve their educational goals and reach their full potential.
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.
For more information or to register your interest in the Behaviour Support Assistant 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.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.