Job description
Looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield!
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential? A welcoming school in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to become a valued member of their support team.
About the Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs, helping them engage with learning and develop confidence both inside and outside the classroom. You will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to adapt activities, encourage independence and create positive learning experiences for every pupil.
About the School:
This inclusive school is committed to ensuring every child receives the support they need to succeed. Staff work collaboratively to provide a caring and structured learning environment where pupils are encouraged to grow academically, socially and emotionally.
Responsibilities:
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Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with special educational needs.
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Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.
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Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships.
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Support pupils with communication, emotional wellbeing and classroom engagement.
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Adapt your approach to meet individual learning needs.
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Monitor pupil progress and share observations with teaching staff where appropriate.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Experience supporting pupils with SEN is advantageous.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
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A genuine commitment to helping children achieve their potential.
If you are ready to make a positive difference and are interested in this opportunity, submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as an 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 two years.
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Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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 throughout the local area.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Tom Knight at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.