Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant

Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant - Rotherham Are you an experienced and supportive Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for flexible opportunities across Rotherham? Academics, an established Education Agency,…

Pay rate £93 – £95/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 20 August 2026

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Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant - Rotherham

Are you an experienced and supportive Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for flexible opportunities across Rotherham?

Academics, an established Education Agency, are acting as an agency and are recruiting Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistants to work on a temporary, ongoing supply basis across a variety of welcoming and supportive schools throughout Rotherham.

This Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience or knowledge of supporting children and young people with Autism, SEMH needs, ADHD and other additional needs. Working as an Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant in Rotherham may involve providing 1:1 support, small group intervention or wider classroom assistance.

Position: Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply
Pay: £92.56 - £100 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you

About the Role

Working as an Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant in Rotherham, you will help pupils access learning while supporting their social, emotional and behavioural development.

The Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Rotherham offers variety and flexibility, with opportunities across different school environments. You may support pupils on a 1:1 basis, within small intervention groups or as part of the wider classroom team.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD and other additional needs
Provide 1:1 and small group support where required
Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence
Support pupils' social, emotional and academic development
Adapt support to meet individual needs
Follow safeguarding procedures at all timesCandidate Requirements

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, Autism or SEMH
Knowledge of additional needs such as ADHD, Autism and behavioural needs
Patient, resilient and adaptable approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)What Academics Offer

Flexible Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunities throughout Rotherham
Competitive daily rates
Opportunities to work across a variety of welcoming schools
Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
ASAP start, or a start date that works for you
Refer a friend scheme that allows you to earn up to £75 of Love2Shop vouchers for every education professional you refer to usIf you are looking for your next Autism and SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity in Rotherham, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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