SEND Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £112.71 to £160 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 May 2026 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Life Jacket Education |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | SENDAs1 |
Summary
Salary: £112.71–£160 per day
Location: Barnsley and surrounding areas
Contract: Flexible, short term, long term and temp to perm opportunities
Organisation: Life Jacket Education
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Every child deserves someone who believes in them. Could that someone be you? Barnsley schools are searching for caring, committed individuals who can bring patience, creativity and compassion to pupils with additional needs. If you believe every child deserves the chance to thrive, this is your opportunity to be part of something genuinely meaningful.
About the Role
We are recruiting Special Needs Assistants to work across a range of Barnsley primary schools, including settings developing their own specialist provision within mainstream environments. These schools need consistent, dependable and nurturing team members who can support pupils with a wide range of Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND), including:
• Autism
• Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs
• Speech, Language & Communication needs
• Complex learning difficulties
• Physical or sensory needs
You’ll be working alongside teachers, SENCOs and specialist staff to create safe, structured and engaging learning experiences that help pupils feel understood, valued and supported.
What We’re Looking For
You will have:
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning, Childcare, or Childcare & Education
• Experience working with children with SEND
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• A genuine desire to specialise in SEND education
• The ability to build trust with pupils, families and school staff
Whether you’re an experienced SEND practitioner or someone ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Life Jacket Education?
Life Jacket Education gives you the freedom to shape your working life while building a career with purpose.
• Flexible roles that fit around your lifestyle
• Long term placements for those seeking stability
• Temp to perm pathways into permanent school roles
• Competitive daily rates (£112.71–£160)
• Ongoing support from a team who genuinely care about your development
• Opportunities to specialise in SEND and gain further training
If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, feel valued and make a real impact, this is the perfect place to start.
Take Charge of Your Future
Whether you need a role that works around your life or you’re looking for your entry point into a permanent school position, joining Life Jacket Education puts you in control. You’ll be part of a community that champions inclusion, celebrates progress and believes in the potential of every child.
Apply Today
If you’re ready to make a difference and want to be part of a team that changes lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your SEND career.
Location: Barnsley and surrounding areas
Contract: Flexible, short term, long term and temp to perm opportunities
Organisation: Life Jacket Education
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Every child deserves someone who believes in them. Could that someone be you? Barnsley schools are searching for caring, committed individuals who can bring patience, creativity and compassion to pupils with additional needs. If you believe every child deserves the chance to thrive, this is your opportunity to be part of something genuinely meaningful.
About the Role
We are recruiting Special Needs Assistants to work across a range of Barnsley primary schools, including settings developing their own specialist provision within mainstream environments. These schools need consistent, dependable and nurturing team members who can support pupils with a wide range of Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND), including:
• Autism
• Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs
• Speech, Language & Communication needs
• Complex learning difficulties
• Physical or sensory needs
You’ll be working alongside teachers, SENCOs and specialist staff to create safe, structured and engaging learning experiences that help pupils feel understood, valued and supported.
What We’re Looking For
You will have:
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning, Childcare, or Childcare & Education
• Experience working with children with SEND
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• A genuine desire to specialise in SEND education
• The ability to build trust with pupils, families and school staff
Whether you’re an experienced SEND practitioner or someone ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Life Jacket Education?
Life Jacket Education gives you the freedom to shape your working life while building a career with purpose.
• Flexible roles that fit around your lifestyle
• Long term placements for those seeking stability
• Temp to perm pathways into permanent school roles
• Competitive daily rates (£112.71–£160)
• Ongoing support from a team who genuinely care about your development
• Opportunities to specialise in SEND and gain further training
If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, feel valued and make a real impact, this is the perfect place to start.
Take Charge of Your Future
Whether you need a role that works around your life or you’re looking for your entry point into a permanent school position, joining Life Jacket Education puts you in control. You’ll be part of a community that champions inclusion, celebrates progress and believes in the potential of every child.
Apply Today
If you’re ready to make a difference and want to be part of a team that changes lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your SEND career.