SEND TA

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Barnsley, S63
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: After October Half Term
Sector: Education, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

SEND Teaching Assistant Vacancy – Barnsley, S63

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time school-based role in Barnsley, S63?

We are currently recruiting for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND TA) to work within a school hub, supporting pupils with additional learning, social, emotional and behavioural needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND Support Worker who is passionate about inclusive education and helping children overcome barriers to learning.
The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other education professionals to provide tailored learning support, encourage positive behaviour and help pupils develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.

The role is due to start after October half term and offers a full-time opportunity within a supportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities – SEND Teaching Assistant

• Provide classroom and individualised learning support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Support children with additional learning needs within a school hub or specialist learning provision.
• Help deliver differentiated lessons and activities tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Support pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs where required.
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement in learning.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, teachers and support staff.
• Promote inclusion, independence and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SEND team to support pupil progress.
• Help maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.

Requirements – SEND Teaching AssistantThe ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy and a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Have strong communication, teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• Be confident supporting pupils with different learning styles and individual requirements.
• Have experience in a primary school, specialist provision, school hub or alternative educational setting.
• Be proactive, adaptable and committed to helping pupils achieve their potential.
• Be available for a full-time position starting after October half term.

Relevant Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND qualifications and experience are desirable.
Why Apply for This SEND TA Role?

• Full-time SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity.
• School-based role in Barnsley, postcode S63.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in specialist SEND education.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children’s learning, wellbeing and development.
• Start date after October half term.

Apply Today – SEND Teaching Assistant Jobs in BarnsleyIf you are searching for SEND Teaching Assistant jobs in Barnsley, S63, or looking for a full-time Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Special Needs TA role, we would love to hear from you.
Whether you have experience in mainstream education, specialist SEND schools, school hubs or alternative provision, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your education career.
Apply today by submitting your up-to-date CV to be considered for this full-time SEND Teaching Assistant vacancy in Barnsley.

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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.