Job description
Job Title: Behaviour Support Assistant (SEN)
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 children with special educational needs feel supported, build confidence and make progress? A school in Rotherham is seeking a patient and committed Behaviour Support Assistant to help pupils manage challenges and engage with their learning.
About the Role:
You will support pupils with special educational needs who may need additional help with behaviour, emotional regulation and communication. Working alongside teachers and other support staff, you will adapt your approach to each pupil's needs, encourage positive interactions and help maintain a consistent, structured learning environment where pupils feel safe and ready to learn.
About the School:
The school is committed to inclusive education and recognises that every pupil has individual strengths and support needs. Staff work closely together to provide tailored learning support, clear routines and a caring environment where pupils can develop independence and confidence.
Responsibilities:
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Support pupils with SEN who experience behavioural, emotional or social difficulties.
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Help pupils manage emotions and develop positive behaviour strategies.
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Work with teachers to support individual learning and behaviour plans.
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Encourage communication, social interaction and participation in classroom activities.
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Use consistent approaches to routines, boundaries and transitions.
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Build trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining professional boundaries.
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Share observations and progress updates with teachers and relevant support staff.
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Help maintain a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment.
Requirements:
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Experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable.
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A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.
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Confidence supporting pupils with behavioural and emotional needs.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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The ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations.
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A genuine commitment to inclusive education and helping pupils reach their potential.
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with additional needs and make a difference to their school experience, submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as a Behaviour Support Assistant, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK.
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
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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