SEN Teaching Assistant in Doncaster)

Overview

SEN Teaching Assistant (Care Support – PMLD) – Doncaster

Are you a caring, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant with experience in care-based support?

Academics are working in partnership with specialist SEN schools across Doncaster that support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and we are seeking committed support staff for temporary, ongoing supply roles.

These roles are ideal for individuals with a background in SEN, care, or support work who are passionate about making a meaningful difference to children with complex needs.

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant – Care Support (PMLD)

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing

Pay: £88.94 – £100 per day (dependent on experience and training, paid via PAYE – no umbrella company fees)

Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD
• Support with personal care, hygiene routines and physical needs
• Assist with moving and handling (training provided where required)
• Support pupils with sensory activities and communication methods
• Promote dignity, independence and emotional wellbeing
• Follow individual care plans, EHCPs and risk assessments
• Work collaboratively with teachers and specialist staff
• Uphold safeguarding and health & safety procedures at all times

Candidate Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with PMLD or complex needs
• Background in SEN, care, support work, healthcare or similar settings
• Calm, patient and compassionate approach
• Comfortable with personal care responsibilities
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Enhanced Child and Adult DBS (or willingness to apply)
• Relevant SEN or care qualifications are desirable but not essential

What Academics offer

• Ongoing SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities across Doncaster
• Competitive daily pay between £88.94 – £100
• Supportive and specialist PMLD school settings
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Ongoing guidance from dedicated education consultants
• ASAP start or a start date that suits you
• Temp to perm opportunities for the right candidates
• Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £125 in Love2Shop vouchers

If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant or care support worker looking for rewarding and flexible work in Doncaster PMLD schools, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Academics and make a real difference.