SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you a caring, patient and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant?

Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential? If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

TeacherActive is working with a number of welcoming SEND and mainstream schools across Sheffield, looking to recruit compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join their teams from September.

The role:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Support children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and a range of additional needs.
• Build positive relationships that help pupils feel safe, confident and engaged.
• Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored support.
• Encourage independence while promoting positive behaviour and emotional well-being.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with SEND in a school or care setting.
• Is calm, patient and able to build strong relationships with pupils.
• Has excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Is committed to helping every child succeed.

In return, TeacherActive offers:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Access to CPD and SEND training opportunities.
• Opportunities for day-to-day, long-term and permanent roles.
• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle.

Could this be you?

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a genuine difference in their education, we'd love to hear from you.

Interviews are taking place now, so don't miss out! Apply today to talk about this role and other SEND opportunities across Sheffield.

[email protected]
0114 321 0757

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.