Job description
Looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield!
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? A caring and inclusive school in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support to pupils and help them thrive both academically and socially.
About the School:
This welcoming school is committed to creating a positive and nurturing learning environment where every student is supported to reach their potential. Staff work closely together to provide consistent support, with a strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and building positive relationships across the school community. The school values patience, resilience, and a trauma informed approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
About the Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to assist pupils with special educational needs both inside and outside the classroom. You may support students with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them remain engaged, confident, and supported throughout the school day.
Responsibilities:
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Support students with SEN on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
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Assist the class teacher with adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
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Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
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Build supportive relationships with pupils to promote confidence and independence
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Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
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Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
Requirements:
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Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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A calm, patient, and adaptable approach
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Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
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A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
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Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive school in Sheffield and make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people who require additional support in education.
To apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years
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Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education
For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Knight at tom.knight@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.