Teaching Assistant working with SEND

Protocol Education Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks dedicated Teaching Assistants in Barnsley to support children's academic and personal growth. Candidates should be passionate, creative, and committed while having a solid understanding of Special Educational Needs. This full-time position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in students' lives.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Ability to engage students in a positive and nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning and development of children and young people.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to enhance the educational experience.
• Promote a positive and nurturing environment for all pupils.

Skills

Creativity

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Resilience

Communication

Education

Relevant educational qualifications

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Sheffield
Location: Barnsley
Position Type: Full-time
Start Date:September
Salary:£90- £100

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? Do you have a dynamic, creative approach and a desire to make a real difference every day? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team in Barnsley. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who bring not only educational support skills but also a rich variety of talents, such as experience in enrichment and extra-curricular activities, which enhance the wider school experience for our pupils.

What We’re Looking For:

• A genuine passion for supporting the learning, development, and well-being of children and young people.

• Creativity, energy, and resilience, with a proactive and positive attitude toward classroom support and beyond.

• A willingness to think outside the box and bring new, engaging ideas to the role.

• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate closely with teachers and fellow staff.

• A positive role model who promotes aspiration, independence, and a nurturing environment for all pupils.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone with strong vocational skills and a drive to inspire young people, we are looking for candidates who can bring value, motivation, and high expectations to our learning community.

We Welcome Applications From:

• Candidates from a range of educational settings, including mainstream and primary schools.

• Individuals with a solid understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Safeguarding Commitment:
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Join us in creating a learning environment where every child is supported to succeed, both academically and personally.

To apply or find out more, please contact [e-mail].

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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