Be the Support They Need Every Day – SEN TA Opportunity in Rotherham!
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Rotherham
Salary Range: £95 -£120 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you ready to make a real impact in a supportive and rewarding school environment? If so, GSL Education are currently recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant and inclusive school in Rotherham. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide individualised support to students with a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will assist in creating a nurturing classroom environment that encourages personal growth and academic progress.
Job Responsibilities:
* Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions tailored to each student’s EHCP.
* Support teachers in adapting lesson materials and classroom activities for accessibility.
* Promote a calm, structured, and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
* Monitor and record student progress, behaviour, and engagement.
* Build trusting relationships with pupils, encouraging positive social interaction.
* Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers, and external specialists to implement effective strategies.
* Uphold safeguarding and welfare policies, ensuring a safe learning environment for all students.
Job Requirements:
* Previous experience working in an SEN or mainstream school setting is highly desirable.
* A good understanding of SEN, including autism, ADHD, speech and language, or SEMH.
* Ability to build rapport with children and manage challenging behaviours sensitively.
* Calm, patient, and positive approach to support and learning.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* A strong commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and equal opportunities.
* Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
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* Competitive pay rates aligned with your experience and role.
* Personalised guidance from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
* Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression in education.
* Work that is meaningful, impactful, and deeply rewarding.
If you’re ready to champion inclusive education and support learners in overcoming barriers, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards an inspiring new role in Rotherham.
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 across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)’ 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.