Job Title: Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)
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Job Title: Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £86 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a nurturing and committed Primary SEN Teaching Assistant looking to support pupils with additional needs in a welcoming school environment?
GSL Education are currently seeking a dedicated Primary SEN TA to work in a specialist or mainstream primary school in Rotherham, starting this September. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and creating inclusive, tailored learning experiences.
Role Overview:
As a Primary SEN TA, you will provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with a variety of needs, including Autism, ADHD, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges. You will play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning and ensuring they are engaged, supported, and making progress.
Role Responsibilities:
* Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to support personalised learning plans.
* Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
* Encourage pupil independence while maintaining a nurturing and safe classroom environment.
* Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing in line with school policies.
* Adapt resources and strategies to meet individual learning needs.
Requirements for Primary SEN TA:
* Previous experience working with children with SEN in a school or care setting is desirable.
* A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting pupils.
* A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE Level) is advantageous but not essential.
* Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team.
* Have an up-to-date 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).
GSL Education Offers:
* Competitive daily rates based on experience and qualifications.
* Dedicated consultants offering local expertise and ongoing support.
* Opportunities for long-term roles and professional development.
* A strong commitment to ethical and inclusive recruitment.
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.
To apply for the Primary SEN Teaching Assistant role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss your application.
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