SEN Teaching Assistant

Mainstream Primary School - Sheffield

Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Start Date: ASAP
Full Time
£95 - £120 per day (depending on experience)

Career Teachers are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Sheffield. This exciting opportunity will involve working within a specialised SEN Hub, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs and helping them access learning in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.

This is a full-time position commencing ASAP and continuing for the entire 2026/2027 academic year.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to provide tailored support to pupils with Special Educational Needs. You will play a key role in helping children develop academically, socially, and emotionally, ensuring they can thrive both in the classroom and within the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with a range of SEN needs.
• Assist in delivering personalised learning activities and intervention programmes.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and behaviour management.
• Adapt learning resources and activities to meet individual needs.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learning.
• Support pupils during classroom lessons, breaktimes, and transitions throughout the school day.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents, and external professionals where appropriate.
• Implement strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual support plans.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs within a school, childcare, or support setting.
• Knowledge of SEN needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language Needs, SEMH, or learning difficulties.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt to the changing needs of pupils throughout the school day.
• A genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential where suitable experience is demonstrated.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of £95 - £120 per day.
• Full-time, long-term opportunity for the entire academic year.
• Supportive school leadership team and SEN department.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
• Ongoing support from Career Teachers throughout your placement.

How to Apply

If you are a caring and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Sheffield, we would love to hear from you.

Email your CV to:

Career Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and employment checks.

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