Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

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?

This school supports 140 amazing students with significant learning difficulties across at least two areas of development. Students thrive in the schools 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!)

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.

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!

To express your interest or request more information, please email me and submit your CV to (url removed) 

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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