Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant
Location: Brigg
Pay: £90 – £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Do you have a passion for supporting young people in overcoming behavioural barriers to learning?
GSL Educationare seeking a committed Behaviour Support Assistant to work within schools in Brigg. This role is ideal for individuals with experience supporting children with behavioural needs, and who are confident in helping pupils manage their emotions and re-engage with their education.
As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will work closely with the teaching staff and the SEN/behaviour teams to promote a positive learning environment and reduce instances of disruption. Your support will help students build emotional regulation skills and improve their overall school experience.
About the School: This is a welcoming and well-resourced specialist setting for secondary-aged pupils who follow a primary-style curriculum. The school supports students with a range of needs including Autism, ADHD, behavioural challenges, and learning difficulties. Class sizes are small, typically around 12 to 13 pupils, allowing for more tailored and supportive teaching.
It’s a bit like teaching primary children in secondary-sized bodies—full of energy, personality and potential.
Responsibilities as a Behaviour Support Assistant:
Provide 1:1 or small group behaviour interventions.
Support pupils with emotional and behavioural difficulties both in and out of class.
Help develop and implement behaviour support plans.
Assist in de-escalating situations and promoting conflict resolution.
Liaise with teachers, SENCOs, and parents to monitor progress and strategies.
Requirements for Behaviour Support Assistant:
Experience working with children or young people with behavioural challenges.
A calm, patient, and empathetic attitude.
Ability to set boundaries and use positive behaviour management techniques.
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
A full CV covering the last 10 years with any gaps clearly explained.
Why Join GSL Education?
Competitive daily pay reflective of experience and responsibilities.
Supportive consultants with local knowledge and school connections.
Opportunities for training and career progression.
A transparent and caring recruitment process.
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.
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