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 students with Special Educational Needs and making a tangible difference in their learning journey? A school in Rotherham is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and help students achieve their full potential.
About the School:
The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where students with diverse learning needs can thrive. It welcomes pupils from various backgrounds and focuses on personalised support and tailored interventions to meet each student’s requirements. Emphasising both academic progress and social-emotional development, the school fosters confidence, resilience, and independence. Staff work collaboratively to create a structured and engaging atmosphere that encourages motivation, curiosity, and a love for learning.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide one-to-one and small group support for students with special educational needs. You will work closely with teachers and other support staff to implement strategies that enhance learning, behaviour, and personal growth. This role provides the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students’ educational and personal development.
Responsibilities:
• Implement personalised learning plans tailored to individual student needs, fostering independence and growth.
• Support students in accessing the curriculum and achieving learning objectives.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages engagement and trust.
• Assist with behaviour management strategies to maintain a safe and structured classroom.
• Collaborate with teachers and multidisciplinary teams to monitor student progress and adapt interventions.
• Provide support with personal care and daily routines when necessary, maintaining dignity and respect.
• Record and report on student progress, behaviours, and activities as required.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or similar role is preferred.
• Knowledge of special educational needs and effective support strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to the individual needs of students.
• A patient, compassionate, and resilient approach to supporting learners.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the education and well-being of students with SEN in Rotherham. To apply for the position of SEN Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV now!
To work with GSL Education as a 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 happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
For more information or to apply, please contact Matilda Hume at GSL Education (Matilda.Hume@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.