Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant - Rotherham

Location: Rotherham
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Temporary / Long-Term Supply
Working Pattern: Full-time
Salary: Competitive Daily Rates

Are you confident, resilient and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to education?

PK Education are recruiting Behaviour Support Teaching Assistants to work within secondary schools across Rotherham from January 2027.

We're looking for individuals who can build positive relationships with students, provide consistent support and help young people develop the confidence and skills needed to succeed in school.

This role is particularly suited to candidates with experience supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, challenging behaviour or additional learning requirements.

The Role

Supporting students across KS3 and KS4

Providing one-to-one and small-group support

Helping students manage emotions and regulate behaviour

Supporting pupils who may struggle to engage in mainstream lessons

Encouraging positive relationships and classroom participation

Working alongside teachers, pastoral teams and SEND departments

Following individual behaviour support plans

Helping maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience working with children or young people

Experience supporting SEMH or behavioural needs is desirable

A calm, patient and confident approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Ability to establish clear boundaries and maintain consistency

Resilience and a genuine passion for supporting young people

An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Who Would This Suit?

Experienced Teaching Assistants

Behaviour Mentors

Youth workers and support workers

Psychology and Criminology graduates

Sports coaches with experience supporting young people

Individuals with relevant pastoral or SEND experience

Why Choose PK Education?

Established education recruitment agency since 2005

Competitive daily rates

Opportunities across Rotherham secondary schools

Access to longer-term placements

Dedicated support from an experienced local consultant

Opportunities to develop valuable SEND and pastoral experience

Interested?

If you're passionate about making a difference to young people who need additional support, we'd love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed