Expire in: 24 days
Job Title: SEN Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £86 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Ready to make a real difference in the lives of young learners?
Join GSL Education as a SEN Primary Teaching Assistant (TA) at a specialist primary school in Rotherham and help shape positive learning experiences every day!
Role Overview:
As a SEN Primary Teaching Assistant (TA), you’ll play a vital role in creating a nurturing and structured environment for children with additional needs. You’ll work closely with class teachers, SEN specialists, and therapists to deliver tailored support that helps each child thrive both academically and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities:
One-to-one and small group support: Guide students through their learning journey and help them build essential skills.
Implementing personalised learning plans: Adapt teaching materials to suit individual needs.
Encouraging social and emotional development: Use strategies to build confidence, resilience, and independence.
Providing sensory and behavioural support: Apply de-escalation techniques when needed.
Assisting with speech and language interventions: Collaborate with therapists to support communication development.
Helping with structured routines: Maintain a safe, consistent, and engaging learning environment.
Supporting personal care needs: Assist with toileting and mobility when required.
Monitoring progress and providing feedback: Contribute to IEPs and liaise with SEN professionals.
Requirements:
Availability: Full-time commitment with consistency and reliability.
Experience: Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school setting.
Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in Education, Childcare, Health & Social Care, or SEN Support (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, or equivalent).
Communication Methods: Experience with Makaton, PECS, or AAC devices (desirable).
Behaviour Management: Familiarity with positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques.
Approach: Patient, empathetic, and proactive.
Documentation: Updated CV (covering the last ten years with no unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
Why GSL Education?
Competitive Pay: Daily rate reflecting your experience and expertise.
Professional Development: Access to ongoing training in a highly regarded specialist provision.
Support: A dedicated consultant providing career guidance.
Impact: Make a profound difference in students’ education, confidence, and future aspirations.
Team Environment: Work in a supportive and collaborative setting committed to inclusive and high-quality education.
If you are a passionate and skilled SEN Primary Teaching Assistant (TA) looking for a rewarding opportunity in Rotherham, apply today! Join GSL Education and be part of a team that transforms lives.
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 for staff in schools across the UK.
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