Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Doncaster
Pay Rate: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term
Do you enjoy helping pupils with additional needs build confidence, independence, and a love of learning?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are partnering with schools in Doncaster to recruit dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (TA). We would like to hear from caring and adaptable individuals who are committed to supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs. Working closely with teachers and SEN professionals, you will help create an inclusive learning environment where every pupil has the opportunity to succeed.
The SEN Teaching Assistant supports pupils with diverse learning needs by adapting classroom activities, encouraging independence, and providing personalised assistance that promotes academic, social, and emotional development.
SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Assist pupils in accessing lessons through tailored learning strategies and adapted resources
- Encourage independence by supporting pupils to complete tasks with increasing confidence
- Reinforce communication, social, and life skills during classroom and school activities
- Help maintain a structured and positive learning environment that meets individual needs
- Work alongside teachers and SENCOs to implement personalised support plans
- Observe pupil engagement and provide detailed feedback to inform future support strategies
SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs is advantageous
- Good understanding of inclusive education and differentiated support techniques
- Caring, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting individual learners
- Ability to build positive working relationships with pupils and school staff
- Strong communication, observation, and organisational skills
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education:
- Earn between £460 and £600 per week, based on your experience
- Choose from a range of rewarding opportunities across local schools
- Enhance your SEN experience within supportive educational settings
- Receive continuous guidance from a dedicated education consultant
- Develop professionally while making a positive impact on pupils' learning journeys
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the South Yorkshire.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.