SEN Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13 to £15 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | S65 1AF |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 2 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 29 Sept 2026 |
Summary
SEN Teaching Assistant - South Yorkshire - Futher Education College
Location: South Yorkshire
Salary: £13.00-£15.00 per hour, negotiable depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, Part-time
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
We are currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive educational setting in South Yorkshire, with the opportunity to move from a temporary position into a permanent role.
The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and pupils to provide one-to-one and small-group support to young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them to engage with learning and develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
The Role
- Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, both in and outside the classroom
- Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required
- Helping pupils access the curriculum and participate fully in school life
- Supporting emotional, behavioural and social development
- Working closely with teachers and other professionals to deliver effective support
- Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
- Promoting a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Patient, caring and empathetic
- Confident working with young people
- Reliable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team
- Passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs
- Adaptable and able to respond to individual pupil needs
- Previous experience working within an SEN, education, care or support setting is desirable but not essential
What We Offer
- £13.00-£15.00 per hour, negotiable depending on experience
- Full-time hours
- Temporary-to-permanent opportunity
- Supportive environment
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives
- Potential for long-term career progression within education
If you are an enthusiastic and caring individual looking for a rewarding opportunity as an SEN Teaching Assistant, we'd love to hear from you.