Sen Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd in Rotherham is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with a range of needs in a supportive school environment. You will collaborate with teachers and SENCOs to implement IEPs and tailor support, helping pupils access learning and develop independence.

You will work closely with staff to foster communication, social and life skills, while safeguarding pupils and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• Passion for helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN.
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities.
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and support strategies.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Support pupils in developing communication, social, and life skills.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting observations to teaching staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Adaptable

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

Team Teach / MAPA training

First Aid training

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible Options Available)

About the Role

We are seeking a caring, patient, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Rotherham. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN.
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities.
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and support strategies.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Support pupils in developing communication, social, and life skills.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting observations to teaching staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• A genuine passion for helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, or speech and language needs.
• Team Teach, MAPA, or other behaviour management training.
• First Aid qualification.
• Experience working within a school, specialist provision, or care setting.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Dedicated support from experienced education professionals.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.
• Long-term and potential permanent opportunities.

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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