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 patient, supportive, and passionate about helping children with additional needs access education in a meaningful way? A welcoming and inclusive school in Doncaster is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and support pupils with a range of special educational needs.
About the School:
The school is a nurturing and inclusive setting that is committed to providing tailored support for pupils with additional learning needs. Staff work closely as a team to create a safe, structured and positive environment where every child is encouraged to progress academically, socially and emotionally. The school places strong emphasis on consistency, care and individualised support.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions. You will support children with a range of needs, helping them build confidence, develop independence and engage positively with their education.
Responsibilities:
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Support pupils with SEN needs across KS3 and KS4 classrooms
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Provide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual learning needs
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Assist teachers in adapting learning activities and resources
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Support pupils with engagement, communication and behaviour in lessons
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Help create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment
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Work closely with teaching staff and SENCO to monitor progress
Requirements:
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Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable
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Understanding of additional needs such as ASD, ADHD or learning difficulties is beneficial
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Patient, caring and resilient approach
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Ability to work effectively as part of a supportive school team
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A genuine commitment to supporting pupils with additional needs in education
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive Doncaster school while developing your experience in SEN education.
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 an Enhanced 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.