SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant

Full-Time 22800 - 25200 Β£ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support students with Autism and PDA in a dynamic classroom environment.
  • Company: Leading SEND school in Rotherham with a supportive leadership team.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, free training courses, and potential for permanent employment.
  • Other info: Join a dedicated team and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
  • Qualifications: Experience with ASD/PDA and a passion for supporting children.

The predicted salary is between 22800 - 25200 Β£ per year.

Unique School Solutions are supporting a large SEND school in Rotherham, who support students aged 5-19 with Autism (ASD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Working on a 1:1, 2:1 or 3:1 basis, you will support students in the classroom alongside other TA's, under the guidance of the class teacher. This job is to start ASAP, and for the right person could lead to a permanent position.

About the school:

  • UK leading specialist school
  • Supports students aged 5-19
  • "Good" school in all areas - Ofsted 2023
  • Supportive and well organised leadership team

Essential requirements for the role:

  • Previous experience working with children or adults with ASD and/or PDA within the last 2 years, and within a school/residential/social care setting
  • A good level of physical fitness
  • Patience, empathy and calmness
  • The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
  • Personal care and Makaton experience is desirable but not essential

By working with Unique School Solutions, you will benefit from:

  • The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
  • Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
  • Access to over 70 FREE, high quality training courses
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
  • The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp perm offer to schools

All candidates must adhere to our stringent vetting procedure which includes a face to face registration, professional references, and an Enhanced DBS. Unique School Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Unique School Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

SEND Teaching Assistant employer: Unique School Solutions LTD

Unique School Solutions is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment within a large Catholic Primary School in Doncaster. Employees benefit from a strong sense of community, flexible term-time hours, and opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in education.

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Contact Details:

Unique School Solutions LTD Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace SEND Teaching Assistant

Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Experience with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
Ability to work 1:1, 2:1 or 3:1 with students
Patience
Empathy
Calmness
Ability to follow direction from class teacher