SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant (TA) – Full Time

Location: S74, South Yorkshire
Job Type: Full Time
Sector: Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

About the Role
Are you a patient, caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
We are currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant for a full-time opportunity within a school in the S74 area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every child feels valued and supported.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND, adapting to their individual learning needs.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.
• Support pupils with their communication, social skills, emotional regulation and personal development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote independence, confidence and self-esteem.
• Help create a structured, supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Adapt learning resources and activities to meet the needs and abilities of individual pupils.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, staff and other professionals.
• Support pupils who may display challenging behaviour, using appropriate strategies to encourage positive outcomes.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils at all times.

The Ideal CandidateWe are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEND, or within a similar educational or care setting.
• Is patient, empathetic, resilient and adaptable.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can respond calmly and confidently to a range of individual needs and behaviours.
• Is proactive and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Is committed to promoting inclusion, independence and positive learning experiences for all pupils.

What We Offer

• A rewarding full-time opportunity within the education sector.
• The chance to make a real difference to pupils’ educational and personal development.
• The opportunity to develop your skills and experience in SEND education.
• The chance to work collaboratively with a dedicated team of education professionals.

How to Apply
If you are a caring and motivated individual looking for a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant role in the S74 area, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your education career.

Please note: An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding checks will be required in line with the school’s safer recruitment procedures.

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We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.