Academics
SEN Teaching Assistant
SEN Teaching Assistant at Academics, based in Rotherham, Yorkshire and Humberside, paying £93 - £95 per day. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £93 - £95 per day
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Rotherham, Yorkshire and Humberside
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
- Immediate start
9% below the typical rate for teaching assistant
Reference 57427393
About the role
SEN Teaching Assistant - Rotherham
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to support pupils with additional needs within mainstream schools in Rotherham?
Academics, an established Education Agency, are acting as an agency and are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for temporary, ongoing supply work across mainstream primary and secondary schools in Rotherham.
This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity is ideal for someone with experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs who can provide patient, consistent and individualised support. You will work closely with teachers and SEN staff to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and thrive within a mainstream Rotherham school.
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply
Pay: £92.56 - £100 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Rotherham, you will support pupils with additional needs within a mainstream classroom environment.
The SEN Teaching Assistant may provide 1:1, small-group or whole-class support depending on the needs of the pupil and school. This could include supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties or other additional needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1, small-group or classroom SEN support
- Help pupils access lessons and learning activities
- Adapt activities and resources where appropriate
- Encourage independence and positive behaviour
- Support communication and social development
- Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
- Monitor and communicate pupil progress
- Work closely with teachers and SEN staff
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN
- Experience within a mainstream school is desirable
- Patient, caring and adaptable approach
- Confident supporting a range of additional needs
- Enhanced DBS Certificate or willingness to obtain one
What Academics Offer
- Flexible SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities throughout Rotherham
- Competitive daily rates of £92.56-£100
- Opportunities across a variety of mainstream schools
- Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
- Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
- ASAP start, or a start date that works for you
- Refer a friend and earn up to £75 Love2Shop vouchers
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for mainstream school work in Rotherham, we'd love to hear from you. Academics can support you with flexible supply and longer-term opportunities across Rotherham.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
Reference: 57427393 · Posted 15 minutes ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via Academics
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