At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
- Company: Teaching Personnel, dedicated to promoting children's welfare and education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, ongoing support, and potential for permanent roles.
- Other info: Immediate start available; dynamic role with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN or relevant qualifications preferred; patience and strong communication skills essential.
The predicted salary is between 21000 - 25000 £ per year.
Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Start Date: Immediate Start or September 2026
Pay Rate: £95 – £110 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Contract Type: Flexible opportunities available – full‑time and part‑time considered
Teaching Personnel is seeking compassionate and committed Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistants to work in supportive and inclusive schools across Doncaster. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting children with additional needs, with opportunities available for an immediate start or from September 2026. We are looking for patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic individuals who can provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs, helping them to thrive both academically and personally.
The Role
- Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional learning needs
- Supporting children with a range of needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities
- Assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities and interventions
- Supporting pupils’ academic, emotional, and social development
- Helping to manage behaviour positively and consistently
- Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
- Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers, and external professionals where required
Requirements
- Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs, either within schools or relevant settings
- Experience supporting pupils with SEN and additional learning needs
- A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and behaviour management skills
- The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- A flexible and proactive attitude to supporting learning
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications (Level 2/3) or transferable experience within care, youth work, or support settings are desirable.
What Teaching Personnel Offers
- Competitive daily rates of £95 – £110 per day, dependent on experience and responsibilities
- Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
- Access to local school and specialist provision placements across Doncaster
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Opportunities for long‑term and permanent roles
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
SEN TA Doncaster employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is an exceptional employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs. With flexible working opportunities, competitive pay rates, and ongoing support from dedicated consultants, we foster a nurturing work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children ensures a rewarding and meaningful experience for all staff members in the supportive environment of Doncaster.
