SEN Teaching Assistant, Retford - Academics : Job Details

Are you looking for a new education role in September?Are you a dedicated and compassionate individuallooking to make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)?

Academics are urgently recruiting for a temporary, SEN Teaching Assistant to work at a local school to Retford.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant the hours are between Mon- Fri, 8:30am to 3:30pm, term time only.

This role is great for you if you have a passion for SEN and can develop good relationships with young children, have knowledge of safeguarding practices and a keen interest in supporting children within education.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will provide support to children with SEN, ensuring their specific needs are met. Assist classroom teachers in planning and delivering tailored lessons. Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for all students. Promote positive behaviour and social interaction among students. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including teachers, therapists, and other professionals.

Skills/ experience which are advantageous when working as a SEN Teaching Assistant are:

• First Aid Training
• Experience working in an educational environment (ideally 6 months or more)
• Safeguarding knowledge
• Leadership qualities
• Good communication skills

In return, working as a SEN Teaching Assistant we can offer you:

• Great hourly rates of pay (incl. holiday pay), based on your expertise.
• A flexible working schedule
• Experience assisting groups of primary aged pupils
• Incentives including employee of the month bonus schemes
• Support from experienced education consultants
• Tailored CPD opportunities

Sharon is a current staff member with Academics and here is what she had to say: "I have found Academics to be a First Class Teaching Agency.The Doncaster branch have been nothing but supportive, professional and conscientious and I can highly recommend them."

If this sounds of interest to you please get in touch today by calling the Academics, Doncaster branch on . Or please email

*All applicants must hold a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to process a new certificate before commencing work.