Job Description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Salary: £92.59 per day
Start Date: Immediately

Location: Blandford Forum / Colehill
Contract: Full time, long term
Start Date: Immediate

Do you have a passion for supporting young people in overcoming challenges? We are looking for compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistants who want to work within a Pupil Referral Unit in Dorset.

The school caters for children across KS2-4 who have behavioural needs. They have 3 sites, two of these in Blandford Forum and a NEW site opening in October 2026 which will be based in Colehill. The school are keen to find those who will want to be part of the Colehill site but happy to spend time on the Blandford Forum sites to settle in!

Roles are FULL TIME. And the school will offer permanent positions to the right candidates!

You must have Grade 4 (C) or above in MATHS and ENGLISH for this role.

To work with GSL Education, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
• Those with a UK driving licence and access to a car will be prioritised!
  
  Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
  
  Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection or willingness to take a course on safeguarding that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
  
  For more information about any of the positions mentioned above, please contact Genevieve Currie at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education in the role, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.