Behaviour Specialist

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Romford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational consultancy in Romford is seeking a Behaviour Specialist to support pupils facing behavioural challenges. The role requires experience with young people, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage diverse needs with patience and resilience. Successful candidates will join a supportive team and benefit from competitive rates and professional development. A deep commitment to safeguarding and child welfare is essential for this role.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Opportunities for professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Minimum of previous experience in supporting children or young people with behavioural issues.
• Must have a strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection protocols.
• An enhanced DBS checked or willingness to apply required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to deliver tailored interventions.
• Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies.
• Collaborate with teachers and professionals for positive outcomes.
• Record and monitor student progress.

Skills

Experience with challenging behaviour

Strong communication skills

De-escalation skills

Patience and resilience

Flexible approach

Job description

Do you have the resilience, empathy, and skills to positively influence the lives of young people who need behaviour support?

A supportive school in Romford is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Specialist to join its team. This role is ideal for individuals who can build strong relationships, provide consistent guidance, and create strategies that help pupils manage their behaviour and achieve success both in and out of the classroom.

Responsibilities as a Behaviour Specialist:

• Support pupils with behavioural, social, and emotional needs to engage in learning.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to deliver tailored interventions.
• Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policies.
• Collaborate with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals to promote positive outcomes.
• Record and monitor student progress while maintaining safeguarding standards.

Requirements for Behaviour Specialist:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills.
• Patience, resilience, and the ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
• A proactive and flexible approach to working with diverse needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A CV covering the last 10 years of employment history, with any gaps explained.

What GSL Education Offers:

• Competitive daily rates.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

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.

To apply for the role of Behaviour Specialist in Romford, please click ‘apply now’ and submit your CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.