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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support incredible learners with significant learning difficulties. In this full-time role, you will empower students aged 3 to 19, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their individual potential. You will collaborate with teachers and families to create a nurturing environment where students thrive and celebrate diversity. If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to contribute to a transformative journey, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join us in fostering creativity, curiosity, and independence in our amazing students!

Qualifications

  • Compassionate individual ready to support children with significant learning needs.
  • Experience or strong desire to work with SEND students.

Responsibilities

  • Support students in overcoming barriers to learning, fostering confidence.
  • Work closely with teachers and families to provide tailored support.
  • Assist in delivering creative, hands-on learning activities.

Skills

Patience
Compassion
Teamwork
Creativity
Communication

Education

Experience with SEND students
Relevant qualifications in education

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant at a Special School in Doncaster

Location: Doncaster - DN6

Hours: Full-Time

Pupil Ages: Early Years (3) to Post-16 (19)

Start Your Journey Supporting Incredible Learners!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with significant learning difficulties?

About Us:

This school supports 140 amazing students with significant learning difficulties across at least two areas of development. Students thrive in the school's nurturing environment, following one of four tailored pathways (Yellow, Purple, Blue, Green) that guide their unique curriculum.

The classrooms are more than just spaces to learn; they're communities where students discover:

  • Creativity in Art and Music
  • Curiosity in Science and Outdoor Learning
  • Communication and Cognition in Literacy and Maths
  • Life Skills, RSHE, and Careers for independence
  • A sense of belonging (the classrooms are given fun names like Hedgehog and Seal!)
Your Role:

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Empower learners: Support students in overcoming barriers to learning, fostering their confidence and independence.
  • Collaborate with care: Work closely with teachers, peers, and families to provide tailored support.
  • Bring lessons to life: Assist in delivering creative, hands-on learning activities in subjects like PE, Computing, and Outdoor Learning.
  • Celebrate diversity: Champion each child's individual potential, helping them achieve milestones that matter to them.
What We're Looking For:

A compassionate and adaptable individual ready to support children with significant learning needs.
Experience working with SEND students (or a strong desire to learn!).
A proactive team player who brings energy, patience, and creativity to every day.

This is more than just a role; it's a chance to be part of a transformation journey for students aged 3 to 19.

Apply now and help us make a difference!

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