SEN Teaching Assistant Doncaster DN5

SEN Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary School, Doncaster (DN5)

Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (until the end of the academic year)
Location: Doncaster, DN5
Pay Rate: GBP95 - GBP110 per day (dependent on payroll provider)

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Doncaster (DN5). This full-time position runs from January until the end of the academic year and offers the opportunity to make a real difference to a childs education and wellbeing.

You will primarily work 1:1 with a pupil with severe and complex needs, who is non-verbal and can sometimes display challenging behaviour. The role will also include elements of small group support within the classroom.

About the Role:

Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with significant SEND needs, ensuring their learning and wellbeing are at the heart of everything you do.

Support communication through alternative and augmentative methods such as gestures, visuals, and symbols.

Assist with small group learning activities when appropriate.

Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to deliver individual education and behaviour plans.

Create a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment.

About You:

Experience supporting children with severe or complex SEND is essential.

Comfortable working with non-verbal pupils and supporting challenging behaviours.

Team Teach training (or equivalent positive handling training) would be beneficial, but not essential.

Calm, patient, and resilient with a genuine enthusiasm and love for supporting children.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils.

We Offer:

A supportive, inclusive, and caring school environment.

Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.

A dedicated leadership team who value and support their staff.

Competitive daily rate of GBP95 GBP110, dependent on payroll provider.

If you are passionate about supporting children with complex needs and are ready for a rewarding, hands-on role in a mainstream setting, wed love to hear from you!