Job description
Looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant in Doncaster!
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional learning needs and helping them access education in a meaningful and structured way? A supportive and inclusive school in Doncaster is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.
About the School:
The school provides a nurturing and well-structured environment for pupils with a range of special educational needs. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every child receives tailored support that promotes confidence, independence and progress. There is a strong emphasis on consistency, clear routines and positive relationships, helping pupils feel safe, understood and ready to learn.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and SEN staff to support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups. You will help learners access the curriculum, adapt activities where needed, and provide consistent encouragement throughout the school day. The role is focused on educational support, emotional regulation and classroom engagement rather than specialist therapy delivery.
Responsibilities:
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Support pupils with SEN needs in class and in targeted interventions
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Work 1:1 and with small groups to support learning and engagement
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Assist the class teacher in delivering structured and accessible lessons
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Help manage behaviour using positive and consistent strategies
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Encourage independence, confidence and participation in learning
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Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and development
Requirements:
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Experience working with children or young people is desirable
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Understanding of SEN or willingness to develop knowledge in this area
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Calm, patient and consistent approach
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Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
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A genuine commitment to supporting inclusive education
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive school in Doncaster and make a real impact on the progress and confidence of pupils with additional needs.
To apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years
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Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education
For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Knight at tom.knight@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.