Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant – Permanent Role

Location: Fareham
Start Date: October 2025 (Interviews in early September)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you ready to make a real difference in young people’s lives? GSL Education is excited to be working with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Fareham that is seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone with strong behaviour management skills and excellent conflict resolution abilities to play a key role in supporting students who need additional guidance outside the main classroom or within the school’s resource base.

The Role:

• Provide targeted support for students who have been removed from mainstream lessons or are based in specialist provision.
• Help students re-engage with learning and develop positive behaviour strategies.
• Work alongside teachers, pastoral staff, and SEN teams to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Act as a mentor and role model, using patience and empathy to encourage progress.

About the School:

This forward-thinking secondary school in Fareham has a reputation for nurturing ambition and supporting every student to succeed. With a friendly, collaborative staff team and a strong focus on professional development, this school offers genuine opportunities to progress into roles such as Pastoral Mentor or SEN Support Specialist.

Staff wellbeing is a top priority, and the leadership team is committed to creating a positive workplace where colleagues feel valued and supported.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people (school, youth work, sports coaching, or similar).
• Confident in managing challenging behaviour and resolving conflicts effectively.
• Resilient, patient, and able to build strong relationships with students.
• Childcare experience is essential – transferable skills from other roles are welcomed.

Why Apply?

• Permanent position with clear pathways for career progression.
• Supportive school community that values creativity and innovation.
• Regular CPD and training opportunities to help you grow professionally.

If you’re passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and want to join a school where you can truly make a difference, apply today with GSL Education, we’ll support you every step of the way.