Behaviour Support in Rotherham

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Selection Limited is seeking a Behaviour Support professional in Rotherham to assist pupils and contribute to a calm, structured learning environment. You will work with teachers and pastoral staff to support positive behaviour and engagement in lessons, helping pupils develop strategies to stay engaged and succeed academically.

The role emphasizes safeguarding awareness, with duties including targeted pupil support and collaboration with school staff to meet individual needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience supporting behaviour, SEMH or additional learning needs is advantageous.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage challenging situations professionally.
• A genuine commitment to helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils experiencing behavioural or emotional challenges.
• Work alongside teachers to support positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils.
• Help pupils develop strategies to manage behaviour and remain engaged in learning.
• Promote a calm, safe and structured classroom environment.
• Monitor behaviour and provide relevant feedback to teachers and pastoral staff.
• Support pupils individually or in small groups where appropriate.

Skills

Child engagement

SEMH experience

Communication

Job description

Job Title: Behaviour Support
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026

Are you passionate about helping young people manage challenges and engage positively with their education? A welcoming school in Rotherham is looking for a committed Behaviour Support professional to join their team and provide valuable support to pupils who may need additional guidance.

About the Role:

As a Behaviour Support professional, you will work closely with pupils to help them manage behaviour, build confidence and overcome barriers to learning. You will provide classroom-based and individual support, working alongside teachers and pastoral staff to maintain a calm, structured environment where pupils can engage successfully with their education.

About the School:

This inclusive school is committed to creating a supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their best. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high expectations, positive behaviour and strong pastoral support, with a focus on meeting the individual needs of pupils.

Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted support to pupils experiencing behavioural or emotional challenges.
• Work alongside teachers to support positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils.
• Help pupils develop strategies to manage behaviour and remain engaged in learning.
• Promote a calm, safe and structured classroom environment.
• Monitor behaviour and provide relevant feedback to teachers and pastoral staff.
• Support pupils individually or in small groups where appropriate.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience supporting behaviour, SEMH or additional learning needs is advantageous.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage challenging situations professionally.
• A genuine commitment to helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

To work with GSL Education as a Behaviour Support professional, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
• Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

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.