Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Rotherham (S25)
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and helping them achieve their full potential? A welcoming school in Rotherham (S25) is seeking a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and make a meaningful difference in students’ educational journeys.
About the School:
The school offers a calm, supportive, and inclusive learning environment tailored to meet the needs of students with a range of special educational needs. It supports pupils from diverse backgrounds and focuses on personalised learning approaches to help every child succeed. Strong emphasis is placed on emotional well-being, positive behaviour, and academic progress, creating a structured and encouraging setting where students can build confidence and independence. Staff work closely together to provide consistent support and nurture long-term development.
About the Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to assist students with additional needs, both in and out of the classroom. You will help create a safe and engaging learning environment, supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development on a daily basis.
Responsibilities:
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with SEN.
• Assist with the delivery of tailored learning activities and interventions.
• Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement.
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff.
• Monitor and record student progress in line with individual support plans.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience working with children with SEN is desirable.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach to supporting learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to the individual needs of students.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of students with special educational needs. To apply for the position of SEN Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as an SEN Teaching Assistant, you should:
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education.
For more information or to apply, please contact Leanne Clark at GSL Education (Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as an SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.