Full job descriptionSEN Teaching Assistant - Sheffield (Temporary)
Location: Specialist SEN provision, Sheffield
Contract: Temporary assignment
Rate: Competitive hourly rate via PAYE (no umbrella company deductions, based on experience) + holiday pay
Academics is currently hiring a SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist school in Sheffield on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a patient and committed individual to provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with special educational needs, helping them to access learning and thrive within a nurturing environment.
The Position
You will work alongside class teachers and other support staff to assist pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, SEMH and moderate learning difficulties. The ideal applicant will be calm, resilient and able to build trusting relationships with learners who may present with challenging behaviour.
Main Duties
*Support pupils with SEN on a one-to-one and small group basis
*Assist the class teacher with the delivery of lessons and learning activities
*Help pupils to stay focused, engaged and on task
*Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policy
*Provide personal care and physical support where required
*Encourage pupils’ social, emotional and academic development
*Collaborate closely with teaching staff and the wider school community
*Uphold safeguarding protocols at all times
*Cultivate a calm, steady and encouraging learning atmosphere
Applicant Criteria
*Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN
*A patient, empathetic and resilient approach
*Solid behaviour management abilities
*Capacity to commit to a temporary assignment
*Prior experience in a school or care setting advantageous
*Enhanced Child and Adult DBS (or willingness to secure both)
What Academics Provides
*Temporary SEN Teaching Assistant role within a specialist provision
*Competitive hourly rate, paid weekly - term time only
*Complimentary CPD focused on complex needs
*A committed consultant supporting you throughout your placement
*Referral bonus - receive up to £125 in Love2Shop vouchers for each education professional you recommend
*Temp to permanent contracts where relevant
If you are a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant with a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs, we would be delighted to hear from you.
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Salary will be determined by the successful candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client’s pay policy.