SEND Teaching Assistant
Heather Garth Primary School Academy, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S63 8ES17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
4 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
18 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time: 30 hours Monday to Friday with additional hours for breakfast club
Contract type
- Fixed term - 12 Months
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25583 to £25989 pro rata
Pay scale
- grade 3
What skills and experience we're looking for
SEND Teaching Assistant (Temporary)
Location: Heather Garth Primary Academy, Billingley View, Bolton Upon Dearne, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S63 8ES Contract Type: Temporary Fixed-Term. There may be an opportunity for the post to become permanent, subject to staffing needs and funding. Start Date: September 2026 Salary: Grade 3 £25583 - £25989 ( pro rata) plus additional hours for breakfast club Hours: 30 hrs Per Week + additional breakfast club support – Term Time Only Working Pattern: 8.30am – 3.10pm with an occasional 7:30am start required to support Breakfast Club provision.
Heather Garth Primary Academy is seeking to appoint a caring, patient and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to support neurodiverse pupils within our inclusive primary school.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and enabling every pupil to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and wider staff team to support pupils with a range of needs including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, sensory differences and social communication difficulties.
Experience supporting pupils with complex needs and training in Positive Handling (or willingness to undertake training) is highly desirable.
This is a temporary position offered on a fixed-term basis. There may be an opportunity for the post to become permanent, subject to staffing needs and funding.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support for neurodiverse pupils
- Support communication, emotional regulation and learning development
- Implement behaviour support strategies and individual plans
- Promote independence, wellbeing and inclusion
- Use de-escalation strategies and safe positive handling techniques where appropriate
- Support pupils during transitions, playtimes and structured learning
- Occasionally support the school’s Breakfast Club from 7:30am
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience working with children with SEND or neurodiverse learners
- Is Positive Handling trained or willing to complete training
- Demonstrates patience, empathy and resilience
- Can build strong, supportive relationships with pupils
- Works effectively as part of a team
- Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice
We Offer:
- A welcoming and supportive school community
- Training opportunities including Positive Handling where required
- A collaborative and experienced staff team
- Enthusiastic and friendly pupils
- Commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
Please email for an application pack to g.slater@heathergarth.org
Packs can also be downloaded from the school website www.heathergarth.org
Closing Date: 4th June 2026
interview Date: 12th June 2026
Heather Garth Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment procedures.
What the school offers its staff
- A welcoming school with a strong ethos;
- A friendly, committed and enthusiastic staff team;
- Supportive parents and governors;
- The opportunity to work in a vibrant, professional learning community that
Seeks excellence;
- An opportunity to be innovative and make change happen.
Further information about the job
Post Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Responsible To: Headteacher / SENDCo Contract: Temporary Fixed-Term Working Hours: 30hours, Term time only, including occasional 7:30am Breakfast Club support
Purpose of the Role
To support neurodiverse pupils in accessing learning and participating fully in school life through tailored academic, emotional and behavioural support, including the use of positive behaviour strategies and approved positive handling techniques where necessary.
Key Duties
Pupil Support
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND
- Support pupils with autism, ADHD, sensory processing needs and communication differences
- Implement EHCP targets, individual support plans and behaviour strategies
- Promote independence, confidence and self-regulation
- Use de-escalation techniques to support emotional regulation
- Apply Positive Handling strategies in accordance with school policy and training when required to maintain safety
Learning Support
- Adapt classroom activities and resources to meet individual needs
- Support early literacy, numeracy and communication development
- Use visual supports, structured routines and sensory strategies
Breakfast Club Support
- Supervise pupils attending Breakfast Club when required
- Provide a calm and supportive start to the school day
- Encourage positive social interaction
Safeguarding & Welfare
- Promote pupil wellbeing and safety at all times
- Follow safeguarding, behaviour and physical intervention policies
- Record and report incidents appropriately
Professional Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENDCo and external professionals
- Attend training including Positive Handling refreshers
- Maintain confidentiality and professional standards
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent
- Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience
Experience
- Experience supporting children in a school or childcare setting
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND or neurodiverse needs
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of neurodiversity and inclusive practice
- Ability to support behaviour positively and safely
- Knowledge of behaviour regulation strategies
- Good communication and teamwork skills
Personal Qualities
- Calm, patient and nurturing approach
- Resilient and adaptable
- Positive role model for pupils
- Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion
Desirable
- Positive Handling / Team Teach trained
- Experience supporting pupils with autism or ADHD
- Knowledge of sensory regulation strategies
- Experience supporting Breakfast Club or extended provision
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Heather Garth Primary School Academy
- School type
- Academies, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 233 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Heather Garth Primary School Academy website
- Email address
- g.slater@heathergarth.org
- Phone number
- 01709894149
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and committed Family Engagement Officer to work with children and their families in our school and play an active role within the Safeguarding Team.
You will have previous experience within a Family Engagement and Safeguarding role and have a good level of Education for example Grade A to C in Maths and English. A driving licence is essential for this role.
The role will involve:
• Engaging with parents / carers and families to provide early intervention and support.
• Improving learning outcomes for pupils.
• Providing targeted support to children and their families who are facing challenging circumstances.
• Carrying out home visits as required.
• Deputy Safeguarding lead within the Team.
• Supporting transition especially in the early years.
In return, we can offer:
• A welcoming school with a strong ethos;
• A friendly, committed and enthusiastic staff team;
• Supportive parents and governors;
• The opportunity to work in a vibrant, professional learning community that seeks excellence;
• An opportunity to be innovative and make change happen.
Arranging a visit to Heather Garth Primary School Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email g.slater@heathergarth.org.
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