SEN Teaching Assistant
Atlas Academy, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 3QP14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
30 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
11 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25,989.00 - £26,824.00 Annually (FTE) Pro rata salary £22,525 - £23,249
SEN Teaching Assistant job summary
About this Role
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Atlas Academy, Doncaster
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week, Term Time Only 39 weeks per year
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Pro Rata Salary £22,525 - £23,249
Are you passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers and reach their full potential?
Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference in a child’s life?
Atlas Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a nurturing and inclusive primary school environment.
About Atlas Academy:
Atlas Academy is a 3-11 primary school located in central Doncaster and proud to be part of the Astrea Academy Trust since 2017. We are a committed team focused on continuous improvement and delivering the best outcomes for all learners. Our inclusive ethos and strong sense of community make Atlas a welcoming and rewarding place to work.
We encourage visits to the school to experience our ethos, meet our wonderful children and staff, and see what makes Atlas special.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for pupils
- To act as the Key Worker for specific children
- Support staff and help facilitate the active participation of children in the social and academic activities of the academy
- Contribute to raising standards of achievement for all children
- Provide support to other members of staff when needed
- To assist with the class teachers (and other professionals as appropriate), in the development of suitable programmes for Learning Plans / My Plans / Educational, Health & Care Plans
- Implement and support the daily routines of pupils
- Help with the planning and implementation of a programme of activities/interventions suitable to the age range and to prepare and complete activities to suit each pupil’s stage of development
- Contribute to the development and provision of a high-quality learning environment, which will meet the individual and collective needs of all pupils
- Liaise with and support parents and other family members as directed by the teacher/SENDCo
- This role may involve providing intimate care to pupils with complex needs, including with toileting, personal hygiene and ensuring their dignity and wellbeing are maintained at all times.
What We’re Looking For:
- A caring and committed individual with a passion for supporting children’s learning
- Experience working with primary-aged pupils, including those with SEND
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive approach and willingness to learn and grow professionally
- Alignment with the values and mission of Atlas Academy and Astrea Trust
Interested in Applying?
If you are passionate about education, looking for a fresh opportunity, or simply want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org.
Closing Date:
The closing date for applications is 21st June 2026 Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:
Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure all candidates can fully demonstrate their abilities.
In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and the statutory Code of Practice, the Trust requires all public-facing post holders to demonstrate fluent English. Within a school setting, this applies to all roles that involve direct or indirect interaction with pupils, parents, or members of the public.
Flexible Interview Dates:
Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, apply today and be a part of our mission to create a positive impact!
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and staff. Every child should feel safe and should be protected from any form of child abuse. We have robust policies and procedures that support our commitment to Safeguarding, this includes our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. The in-house Safeguarding teams at each Academy work in partnership with families and safeguarding partners to ensure the safety of children is paramount. We are committed to ensuring that all staff access regular, contextual safeguarding training to meet the needs of the local community.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Atlas Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 416 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Atlas Academy website
A warm welcome to the website of Atlas Academy. We are a vibrant and diverse primary school located in the centre of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, providing education for children from 3 to 11 years. Most pupils speak English as an additional language; many speaking two to three languages, and we are proud of our multi-cultural community. We enjoy learning about each other’s backgrounds and beliefs.
Leaders have created a truly inclusive school. Pupils say that they are ‘united through diversity’. They know the importance of being respectful to each other. Pupils feel safe at school. Teachers are kind and take the time to speak to them if pupils are worried. (Ofsted, 2022)
Whether you are a prospective parent interested in a place for your child or looking to join the team, we are proud to offer:
• A staff team who are committed to raising standards, and providing a high standard of education for all of our pupils;
• Supportive, friendly and professional environment, which is always welcoming;
• A dedicated Pastoral Team with specialist skills to support pupils and families;
• Our own nursery offering both 15 and 30 hours free childcare for 3 and 4 year olds;
• A calm, safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment for all pupils;
• An environment that promotes positive behaviour expectations and relationships;
• Exciting learning experiences through a knowledge rich curriculum so that they develop into confident, capable, resilient and independent learners;
• A range of wider curriculum activities and specialist sports;
• Great outdoor spaces with purpose built outdoor climbing equipment;
• And….. the best pupils ever, who are eager to learn and make new friends.
We are part of the Astrea Academy Trust. This means we are part of a family of schools within South Yorkshire and Cambridgeshire. Astrea aims to provide every child with a brilliant education by pursuing aspirational standards with tenacity and drive. They aim to never settle for second best and do not tolerate something that does not live up to their standards. They stand to remove performance barriers and develop a scholarly culture of behaviour and learning from students and of pedagogy and curriculum from its staff to ensure our children learn, thrive and lead successful lives.
We hope you enjoy finding out about Atlas Academy. Prospective parents and pupils are welcome to visit the school. We shall be delighted to show you around our school and discuss with you and your children what we are able to offer. Please telephone us to make an appointment or call into the school office.
Paper copies of anything you find on our website are available from the School Office.
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