Job description
Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs? Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in their educational journey?
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Sheffield
Salary Range: £95 -£120 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Empower Every Learner – Join Us as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield!
GSL Education are currently recruiting for a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Sheffield. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with pupils who require additional support and guidance to reach their potential, both academically and emotionally.
Role Overview:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social-emotional challenges. Working under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCo, you will ensure that all learners feel valued, included, and equipped to achieve success.
Job Responsibilities:
- Deliver tailored support to individual pupils and small groups to help meet their EHCP targets.
- Assist teachers in adapting lessons and materials to suit a variety of learning needs.
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation through consistent support strategies.
- Encourage pupil independence and celebrate achievements, both big and small.
- Collaborate effectively with teachers, support staff, and external specialists.
- Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff and parents.
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment at all times.
Job Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children with SEN, either in a school or alternative provision setting.
- A calm, patient, and understanding approach to supporting children with complex needs.
- Good knowledge of SEN strategies, particularly around ASD, ADHD, and SEMH.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with students and staff.
- Relevant TA qualification or SEN training is desirable.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why GSL Education?
- Competitive daily pay rates based on experience and qualifications.
- A supportive and experienced education consultancy team.
- Access to varied and fulfilling placements across the local area.
- The chance to make a real impact in a pupil’s learning and wellbeing journey.
If you’re ready to start a rewarding new chapter as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape brighter futures.
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.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.