Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Supply Opportunities | Doncaster

Make a Difference Every Day with Tradewind Recruitment

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join our supply team, working across a range of welcoming schools in Doncaster.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and caring individual who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential. Whether you are looking for flexible day-to-day supply work, short-term placements, or longer-term opportunities, we can offer roles that fit around your commitments.

The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
  • Work alongside teachers and SEN teams to support individual learning and development.
  • Implement personalised support strategies and interventions.
  • Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
  • Encourage pupils' confidence, independence, and engagement with learning.
  • Support positive behaviour and help pupils develop essential social and emotional skills.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEN, either in a school, specialist setting, or similar environment.
  • A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
  • A good understanding of safeguarding and supporting children with additional needs.
  • Relevant qualifications or experience in education, childcare, health, or support work (desirable).
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Flexible supply work to suit your availability.
  • Competitive daily rates of pay.
  • Access to a wide range of SEN opportunities across Doncaster schools.
  • Support from a dedicated education consultant who understands your career goals.
  • Free access to thousands of CPD courses through The National College to support your professional development.
  • Opportunities to gain valuable experience and progress your education career.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a meaningful impact in the classroom, Tradewind Recruitment would love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your SEN Teaching Assistant career with Tradewind Recruitment.