SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Catcliffe; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

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Job summary

Academics, an established Education Agency, are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for temporary, ongoing supply work across mainstream primary and secondary schools in Rotherham.

The role involves supporting pupils with SEN in a mainstream classroom, delivering 1:1, small-group or whole-class assistance, and working closely with teachers to help pupils access learning and overcome barriers. DBS enhanced or willingness to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Experience in a mainstream school is desirable.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group or classroom SEN support
• Help pupils access lessons and learning activities
• Adapt activities and resources where appropriate
• Encourage independence and positive behaviour
• Support communication and social development
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Monitor and communicate pupil progress
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff

Skills

SEN Support

Classroom Support

1:1 Support

Communication Skills

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Rotherham

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to support pupils with additional needs within mainstream schools in Rotherham?

Academics, an established Education Agency, are acting as an agency and are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for temporary, ongoing supply work across mainstream primary and secondary schools in Rotherham.

This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity is ideal for someone with experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs who can provide patient, consistent and individualised support. You will work closely with teachers and SEN staff to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and thrive within a mainstream Rotherham school.

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply

Pay: per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)

Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Rotherham, you will support pupils with additional needs within a mainstream classroom environment.

The SEN Teaching Assistant may provide 1:1, small-group or whole-class support depending on the needs of the pupil and school. This could include supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties or other additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group or classroom SEN support
• Help pupils access lessons and learning activities
• Adapt activities and resources where appropriate
• Encourage independence and positive behaviour
• Support communication and social development
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Monitor and communicate pupil progress
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN
• Experience within a mainstream school is desirable
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach
• Confident supporting a range of additional needs
• Enhanced DBS Certificate or willingness to obtain one

What Academics Offer

• Flexible SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities throughout Rotherham
• Competitive daily rates of
• Opportunities across a variety of mainstream schools
• Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• ASAP start, or a start date that works for you
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