Teaching Assistants needed for SEND school in Rotherham

TeacherActive; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated education recruitment agency in Rotherham seeks passionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support children with various needs in a specialist school. The ideal candidates are Level 2 or 3 qualified, calm, and patient, with experience in behaviour management. This rewarding role offers flexible placements and excellent support from the agency, ensuring that every child receives the tailored education they deserve.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Supportive team environment

Access to a rewards scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced in working with children with Special Educational Needs.
• Calm, patient, and caring in approach.
• Confident with behaviour management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support children in a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Collaborate with parents and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Experience with Special Educational Needs

Calm and patient approach

Behaviour management strategies

Knowledge of child protection guidelines

1:1 and small group support experience

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

Overview

Teaching Assistants needed for SEND school in Rotherham

ASAP Start

£89 - £105 per day (depending on experience/qualifications)

TeacherActive is looking for passionate Teaching Assistants to work in specialist SEND schools across Rotherham. We work with settings that support children and young people from EYFS through to Post-16, with a range of needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, PMLD, and more.

This particular setting is a vibrant, stimulating, and supportive community for pupils aged 2–19 with severe and profound and/or multiple learning difficulties. Spread across two specialist sites in Rotherham, each location is designed to meet individual pupil needs through tailored curriculum pathways and access to a wide variety of educational and therapeutic activities.

The school aims to

• Challenge, motivate, and empower individuals with the skills and knowledge for life beyond school.
• Create an environment where pupils and staff alike are aspirational and inspirational.
• Provide exceptional personalised education and care that enables every pupil to flourish.

Pupils are supported through carefully planned transitions across Key Stages, with EHCPs guiding their educational journey. Strong collaboration with parents, carers, and multidisciplinary teams ensures that every child’s needs are met and their full potential unlocked.

The ideal SEND Teaching Assistant will be

• Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or experienced in working with children who have Special Educational Needs
• Calm, patient, and caring in their approach
• Confident with behaviour management strategies
• Knowledgeable about child protection and safeguarding guidelines
• Experienced in supporting children on a 1:1 and small group basis

In return, a successful SEND Teaching Assistant will enjoy

• A competitive rate of pay
• A chance to work with a supportive and friendly team
• Unrivalled guidance from the TeacherActive team
• A rewarding role where every day is different
• Access to a fantastic rewards scheme T&Cs apply

We are recruiting for day-to-day, short-term, and long-term placements, offering you flexibility and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in an exceptional specialist setting.

All of our supply staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden admin charges.

If you feel that you are the right SEND Teaching Assistant, please click apply or contact ELLIE on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.