Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

Overview

Teaching Assistant (SEN - Challenging Behaviour) - Immediate Start

Location:

Thorne, South Yorkshire

Role:
Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (Term-Time, Temporary, at least 6 week assignment)

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Rate: £95 - £120 per day (inclusive of holiday pay)

Start Date:

ASAP

Are you a resilient and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant with experience in managing challenging behaviour?

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in South Yorkshire.

Your focus will be on de-escalation, building trust, and implementing structured strategies to support positive engagement and learning.

• Assist with de-escalation and behaviour management for pupils with SEN, particularly those displaying challenging behaviour.
• Support positive engagement and learning through structured strategies and personalised support.
• Build trust with pupils to foster a calm, safe, and consistent classroom environment.

• A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Proven experience supporting children with SEN, particularly challenging behaviour, in a school or similar setting.
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies, de-escalation techniques, and support for ASD/SEMH.
• A calm, consistent and resilient approach, with the ability to build trust and encourage positive behaviour.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply quickly).

• Make a tangible difference - Use your skills to support pupils who need consistent, patient, and tailored behaviour management.
• Clear daily rate - Earn between £95-£120 per day, reflecting your specialist experience and qualifications.
• Stable, term-time placement - Full-time hours in one school setting, allowing you to build meaningful rapport and see real progress.
• Professional growth - Access training in behaviour support, de-escalation techniques, trauma-informed practice, and SEN strategies.
• Referral bonus - Refer another qualified TA and receive a £75 Love2
  
  Shop voucher once they start.

Ready to step into a role where you can truly influence progress?

If you have the skills, patience and dedication to support pupils with challenging behaviour, we want to hear from you.

Academics Ltd - Education Recruitment Specialists