Details:
- Salary: £100 - 120 - Day
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Rotherham
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
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