Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, Thorne

Overview

Teaching Assistant (SEN - Challenging Behaviour) - Immediate Start

Location: Thorne, South Yorkshire
Role: Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (Term-Time, Temporary, at least 6 week assignment)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Rate: £95 - £120 per day (inclusive of holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP

Responsibilities

Your focus will be on de-escalation, building trust, and implementing structured strategies to support positive engagement and learning.

Why this role

Make a tangible difference - Use your skills to support pupils who need consistent, patient, and tailored behaviour management.
Clear daily rate - Earn between £95-£120 per day, reflecting your specialist experience and qualifications.
Stable, term-time placement - Full-time hours in one school setting, allowing you to build meaningful rapport and see real progress.
Professional growth - Access training in behaviour support, de-escalation techniques, trauma-informed practice, and SEN strategies.
Referral bonus - Refer another qualified TA and receive a £75 Love2Shop voucher once they start.

Qualifications

• A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Proven experience supporting children with SEN, particularly challenging behaviour, in a school or similar setting
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies, de-escalation techniques, and support for ASD/SEMH
• A calm, consistent and resilient approach, with the ability to build trust and encourage positive behaviour
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply quickly)

Ready to apply

Ready to step into a role where you can truly influence progress?

If you have the skills, patience and dedication to support pupils with challenging behaviour, we want to hear from you.

Contact us today:

Academics Ltd - Education Recruitment Specialists