Sen Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; Hanley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant in Barnsley to support pupils with Special Educational Needs. You will work closely with teachers to deliver tailored support, helping pupils access learning and develop confidence.

The role focuses on fostering independence, monitoring progress and contributing to an inclusive classroom environment. The ideal candidate will have a caring, patient approach, strong communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Patient, caring and empathetic approach toward pupils.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Assist in implementing EHCPs and individual learning programmes.
• Support pupils with ASC, ADHD, speech and language needs and SEMH.
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers and SENCOs.
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils' emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, carers and external professionals.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience and empathy

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Position Type: Full-Time | Long-Term

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in Barnsley. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide tailored support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a meaningful difference in their educational journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning programmes.
• Support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language difficulties, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs.
• Encourage pupils' independence, confidence, and engagement in learning.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers and SENCOs.
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils' emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN is desirable.
• Understanding of a range of special educational needs and effective support strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, caring, and empathetic approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

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.

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