SEN Teaching Assistants

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency is seeking Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants to provide support in Rotherham schools. The role involves assisting teachers and pupils with special educational needs, fostering a safe and inclusive classroom environment. Candidates must have experience in a similar role and be committed to safeguarding practices. This position offers flexible contract types and is ideal for individuals passionate about helping children thrive.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role.
• Ability to support pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist with classroom activities and adapt resources.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, and engagement.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants (SEN TA); Location: Rotherham; Pay rate: £95-£105 per day (Depending on experience); Start Date: Immediate; Contract type: Day-to-day/ Long-term, Full-time/ Part-time

Committed to guiding pupils with extra learning requirements toward achievement and confidence in the classroom.

Schools in Rotherham, and GSL Education are recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to provide targeted support across diverse learning environments.

In this role, Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants (SEN TA) will support teachers and pupils to ensure access to learning, build confidence, and develop essential social and academic skills, while contributing to a safe and inclusive classroom environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist with classroom activities and adapt resources where required.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, and engagement.
• Work one-to-one or in small groups to meet individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and SEN teams to monitor and support progress.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as SEN Teaching Assistants or in a similar support role.
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to support pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Join our team as a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant and help pupils thrive.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.