Sen Teaching Assistant
Posted 12/05/2026 by Life Jacket Education Group
Are you a compassionate, patient and dedicated individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs? We are seeking enthusiastic Supply SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team and support a range of primary and secondary schools.
About the Role
As a Supply SEN TA, you will:
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Provide 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with a variety of needs (including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties)
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Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored support and differentiated activities
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Help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment
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Adapt to different school settings and work well as part of a team
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Promote independence, confidence and emotional well-being in pupils
What We’re Looking For
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Experience working with children or young people with SEN (school-based or equivalent)
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A calm, nurturing approach and strong behaviour-management skills
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Flexibility and reliability—able to work across different schools when needed
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Relevant qualifications (TA Level 2/3, SEN training) are desirable but not essential
What We Offer
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Flexible working patterns to suit your schedule
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Supportive team and ongoing professional development
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Opportunities across a variety of school settings
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Competitive daily rates
If you’re passionate about helping pupils with additional needs reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you!
- Type:
- Temporary
- Start Date:
- ASAP
- Contract Length:
- Long Term
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- Job Reference:
- Sen TA - Barnsley
- Job ID:
- 225096179
- Applications:
- Less than 10
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