SEND Teaching Assistant required in Ackworth

Do you enjoy supporting and developing children?

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in an “outstanding” school?

Are you passionate about working with children who have severe, complex, profound and multiple learning difficulties?

TeacherActive are looking for Teaching Assistant to work in an “outstanding” special school in Ackworth. This school caters to young people aged 11-19 years with severe, complex, or profound and multiple learning difficulties. The school focuses on developing their student's communication, social interaction, life skills and community access.There is chance that this will lead into a permanent position for the right Teaching Assistant. This is a great chance to gain an abundance of experience to add to your profile and keep everyday exciting. We build strong relationships with our schools and support staff so we can find the best placements that suit you and your schedule.

The ideal Teaching Assistant should have the following:

Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or experience with Children who have Special Educational Needs
A calm, patient, and caring persona
Good behaviour management
A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
Experience in working with and supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis
In return, as a successful Teaching Assistant will enjoy:

A competitive rate of pay
A chance to work with a friendly team
Unrivalled support from the TeacherActive team
A rewarding job
A fantastic rewards scheme *T&C's apply*
All of our supply staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

If you feel that you are the right SEN TA / SEN Teaching Assistant, please click apply or contact EMMA on (phone number removed) or email

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services