Primary SEN Teaching Assistants- Rotherham/Doncaster

Protocol Education; Maltby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with additional needs across primary schools in the Rotherham and Doncaster area. This role supports pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping implement personalised learning and behaviour strategies.

Ideal candidates will have experience with SEN, knowledge of ASC/ADHD/SEMH, and a patient, resilient, caring approach. The position offers flexible hours across full-time and part-time placements, with dedicated

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN, either in schools or other relevant settings.
• Knowledge of autism, ADHD, SEMH, Speech & Language needs, or other additional needs is advantageous.
• A patient, resilient and caring approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Help implement personalised learning and behaviour support strategies.
• Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to provide tailored support.
• Promote engagement, independence, and positive learning outcomes.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Behaviour support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary Education

Rotherham & Doncaster

Primary Schools

Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities Available

Protocol Education is currently recruiting passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with additional needs across a range of welcoming primary schools in the Rotherham and Doncaster areas.

The Role:

• Support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Help implement personalised learning and behaviour support strategies
• Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to provide tailored support
• Promote engagement, independence, and positive learning outcomes
• Create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment

We Are Looking For:

• Experience working with children with SEN, either in schools or other relevant settings
• Knowledge of Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, Speech & Language needs, or other additional needs is advantageous
• A patient, resilient, and caring approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children and helping them succeed

What Protocol Education Offers:

• Opportunities across a variety of primary schools in Rotherham and Doncaster
• Flexible working options to suit your availability
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement journey
• Potential for long‑term and permanent positions

Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to build on existing support work experience, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.