Special needs teaching assistant

The Role
The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will provide tailored support to pupils across the school, working on a 1:1 and small-group basis. You will support learning, emotional wellbeing, communication and positive behaviour while working closely with teaching staff and the wider support team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Confident supporting pupils with additional learning and behavioural needs
• Patient, caring and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Able to adapt support to meet individual needs
• Reliable, proactive and committed to inclusive education

What Prospero Teaching Offers

• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to free CPD and training through Prospero Learning
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• A wide range of education roles across South Yorkshire.

Location:

Barnsley
Position: SEND Teaching Assistant

Contract:

Full-time

Start Date:

ASAP
Pay:
Competitive, dependent on experience

If you are an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Barnsley, apply today!

Contract/Position Details:
Job Reference:Teaching Assistant

Location:

Barnsley
About Prospero
Proud to be listed in the Times as one of The Best Companies To Work For, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries.

We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.