Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate Level 3 Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across a variety of primary and secondary schools throughout South Yorkshire, including Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, and Doncaster.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)

You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to deliver tailored support that enables students to access learning, develop confidence, and thrive within the school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for SEN pupils.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual student needs.
• Support students with emotional regulation and social development.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage pupil engagement.
• Assist with the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Support behaviour management strategies in line with school policies.

Requirements

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer

• Competitive weekly pay rates.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability.
• Roles available across a wide network of South Yorkshire schools.
• Long-term, short-term, and permanent opportunities.
• Free CPD and specialist SEN training courses.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
• Opportunities to develop your career within education.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Working with Teaching Personnel gives you access to rewarding opportunities where you can positively impact the lives of young people with additional needs. Whether you're an experienced SEN professional or looking to develop your career in special educational needs, we can help you find a role that matches your skills and aspirations.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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