Location: Christchurch, Dorset
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start Date: After Easter 2025 / September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (Part-time can also be arranged for the right candidate)
Are you passionate about supporting children in overcoming behavioural challenges and helping them succeed in a positive learning environment?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive school in Christchurch. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students, helping them build positive behaviours, manage emotions, and engage with their education.
Whether you're an experienced support worker or a university student seeking to gain valuable experience in education, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference.
About the Role:
As a Behaviour Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students who need additional help in managing their behaviour. You will work closely with teachers and other school staff to create a positive and inclusive environment where students feel supported and motivated to learn. Your guidance will help students manage their emotions, develop social skills, and build resilience to overcome challenges.
Responsibilities:
* Support students: Help students manage their behaviour and emotional needs.
* Assist teachers: Work closely with teachers to create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
* Provide support: Offer one-on-one and small group support to students who need additional help.
* Encourage positive behaviour: Foster respect and cooperation among students.
* Motivate students: Help students stay engaged and focused during lessons and activities.
* Offer support outside lessons: Provide guidance during break times, school trips, and extracurricular activities.
* Track progress: Monitor student progress and provide feedback to help them improve.
* Collaborate with the school team: Work with staff to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all students.
We're Looking For:
* Experience in supporting students with behavioural needs is preferred but not essential.
* A genuine passion for helping students develop emotionally, socially, and academically.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and staff.
* Flexibility to adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of students.
* University students are encouraged to apply for this role.
* Up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years with any gaps explained.
* Enhanced DBS registered on the update service, or willingness to apply for one.
* Competitive hourly rate of £12.82.
* A full-time permanent role with the option for part-time for the right candidate.
* Opportunities for personal and professional development.
* Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant to help you grow your career.
* Make a difference by supporting students and helping them succeed.
If you are a caring, dedicated individual ready to make a real impact as a Behaviour Support Assistant in Christchurch, we would love to hear from you.
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 role in Christchurch, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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