Job description
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield, S2
Salary Scale: £90 to £105 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Part-time / Full-time
Are you a compassionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to support students with additional needs?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated professional to join a welcoming and inclusive school community in Sheffield, where you will play a key role in helping learners overcome barriers and thrive both socially and academically.
About the Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide vital one-to-one and small-group support for students with a range of special educational needs. You will help create a nurturing, structured environment where pupils feel safe, encouraged, and empowered to achieve.
Key Responsibilities:
- Targeted Support: Assist learners with SEN through personalised strategies and adapted resources.
- Classroom Assistance: Work alongside teachers to deliver accessible learning activities.
- Behaviour & Emotional Support: Promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and resilience.
- Progress Monitoring: Observe and document progress, feeding back to teachers and SENCOs.
- Collaboration: Work effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals to support student development.
To succeed as an SEN TA, you will need:
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to build trusting relationships.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Flexibility and a proactive approach to supporting learning.
- An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through GSL Education.
Benefits:
- Competitive daily rate of £90–£105, depending on experience.
- Flexible positions including day-to-day and long-term placements.
- Access to CPD opportunities and specialist SEN training.
- Supportive school leadership and a collaborative team environment.
- The chance to directly impact the progress and well-being of SEN learners.
Please be advised that this role requires strong safeguarding knowledge, and successful applicants must meet all safer recruitment checks, including holding an enhanced DBS registered on the update service or being willing to apply for a new one.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing high-quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
To apply, click ‘apply now’ and submit your up-to-date CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch.
We look forward to welcoming a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to our team!