Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Sheffield, S9
Pay Rate: £95 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and helping them thrive in the classroom?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Sheffield, S9. As an SEN TA, you will provide vital support to students with special educational needs, assisting them in accessing the curriculum and helping them reach their full potential.
Responsibilities as an SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEN.
- Assist in implementing individualised learning plans (ILPs) alongside the class teacher and SENCO.
- Support the classroom teacher with behaviour management, ensuring a positive learning environment.
- Foster student confidence, engagement, and independence in academic and social settings.
- Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to ensure comprehensive support.
Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Previous experience working with students with SEN is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students.
- Patience, resilience, and a nurturing approach to working with diverse needs.
- A valid, enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A CV covering the last 10 years of employment history, with any gaps clearly explained.
What GSL Education Offers:
- Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Dedicated consultants providing tailored support.
- A transparent and ethical recruitment process.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff to schools across the UK.
To apply for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please click ‘apply now’ and submit your most up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.