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Make a Meaningful Impact – Support Students with Severe Learning Difficulties in Sheffield!

Location: Sheffield
Salary: £86 - £100 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Part-time / Full-time

GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SLD Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a nurturing school environment in Sheffield. If you’re passionate about inclusive education and want to empower young learners with complex needs, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

Your Role as an SLD Teaching Assistant:

  • Provide tailored support to students with Severe Learning Difficulties.
  • Assist in delivering engaging and accessible lessons alongside teaching staff.
  • Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
  • Help with personal care and sensory needs where required.
  • Encourage independence, communication, and emotional wellbeing.

What You’ll Need for SLD Teaching Assistant:

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly SLD.
  • Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Relevant qualifications or training (desirable but not essential).

Why GSL Education?

  • Competitive daily rates.
  • Supportive and inclusive school settings.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

Ready to support and inspire learners with SLD?
Apply now with GSL Education and become a valued part of a school as SLD Teaching Assistant (TA) that celebrates every learner’s potential.

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