Behaviour Support Assistant
- Newham, East London
- £88-110 per day
- Permanent
- Full-time
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (8.30am – 4.00pm)
Salary: £88 – £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)Are you ready to make a real impact on the lives of children with additional behavioural needs? GSL Education is looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to join a dedicated special school in Newham. This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 8.30am–4.00pm, working with students who need extra support to thrive in a structured and safe learning environment.What You’ll Be Doing:Supporting pupils with behavioural challenges and SEMH needs on both a 1:1 and group basis.Helping to maintain a positive classroom atmosphere by implementing behaviour management strategies.Encouraging students’ confidence, resilience, and academic engagement.Assisting teachers in adapting lessons to meet individual learning needs.Promoting independence while building trusting and respectful relationships with pupils.What We’re Looking For:Experience working with challenging behaviour or SEMH needs (school or similar setting preferred).Patience, empathy, and the resilience to remain calm in demanding situations.Strong communication skills and the ability to follow guidance from teaching staff.Full-time availability (Monday–Friday, 8.30am–4.00pm) is essential.An enhanced DBS registered on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).Why Join Through GSL Education?Competitive daily pay rates between £88 and £110.Opportunities for free training such as Team Teach to boost your skills.Ongoing professional guidance and support from experienced consultants.A chance to be part of a specialist school community where you can make a lasting difference.Safeguarding Statement: Please note that this role requires a thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).✨ If you are passionate about supporting young people with behavioural needs and are available full-time from September, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.