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? A welcoming school in Rotherham (S25) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support and help students reach their full potential in a safe and inclusive learning environment.
About the School:
The school offers a caring and inclusive setting that supports students with a range of special educational needs. It welcomes pupils from diverse backgrounds and places strong emphasis on personalised learning, structured routines, and positive relationships. The school prioritises emotional well-being alongside academic development, creating a calm and supportive environment where students can build confidence, resilience, and independence. Staff work closely together to ensure every child feels valued and supported.
About the Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide targeted support to students with additional needs. You will play a vital role in helping students access the curriculum, develop key life skills, and engage positively in school life.
Responsibilities:
• Support students with special educational needs on a one-to-one and small-group basis, adapting support to individual learning plans.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
• Promote positive behaviour and support emotional regulation strategies.
• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students with personal care, where required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
• Monitor and record student progress, sharing feedback with teaching staff.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience working with children with SEN is desirable.
• Understanding of SEN needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH, or learning difficulties.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. 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.