Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Role - RotherhamLocation: Rotherham, South YorkshireStart Date: September 2025 (or sooner)Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term or PermanentSalary: £90 - £140 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Are you a compassionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Rotherham?
Tradeiwind Recruitment is working with a forward-thinking mainstream Secondary school in Rotherham to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs TA) to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, and speech and language difficulties.
The Role:
* Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant role supporting children with EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans)
* Work one-to-one or in small groups with pupils with special educational needs
* Collaborate with the school SENCO, class teachers, and external professionals
* Help implement personalised support plans, monitor progress, and promote positive behaviour
* Based in a supportive primary school with a strong inclusion ethos
Key Requirements:
* Experience supporting children with special educational needs (in a school or care setting)
* Strong communication, empathy and behaviour management skills
* A positive, patient and resilient approach to working with children with additional needs
* A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, Teaching Assistant Certificate) is beneficial but not essential
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one through us)
About the School:
This welcoming and inclusive school in Rotherham has a strong reputation for SEN support. Staff work closely with families and external agencies to provide a nurturing environment where all pupils are encouraged to reach their potential. The school benefits from excellent leadership, high staff retention, and ongoing CPD opportunities.
Why Apply Through Tradewind?
We are a trusted education recruitment agency working with schools across Rotherham and South Yorkshire. We offer:
* Direct access to roles not advertised elsewhere
* Interview and CV support tailored to the SEN sector
* Ongoing career guidance and CPD opportunities
* Competitive daily rates and PAYE payment options
How to Apply:
If you're an SEN Teaching Assistant in Rotherham looking for your next role, apply now with your up-to-date CV. Early applications are encouraged, and interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified.
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