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Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Sheffield
Date posted : 27/01/26
  1. Permanent
£95 - 110 per day

Job description

Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant (KS3–KS4, with KS5 opportunities)
Location: Sheffield
Employer: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting Secondary SEN Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Sheffield, supporting students with additional needs. There is also the opportunity to work with KS5 learners for suitable candidates.

We have full-time, part-time, and flexible roles available, making this an ideal opportunity to fit around other commitments. Immediate starts are available, although flexible start dates can also be accommodated.

The Role:

  • Supporting students with Special Educational Needs on a 1:1 or small group basis
  • Working across KS3 and KS4, with potential KS5 involvement
  • Assisting teachers with classroom management and learning activities
  • Helping students to engage, progress, and achieve their full potential

Requirements:

  • Teaching Assistant qualification is essential
  • Experience supporting SEN students is highly desirable
  • A DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
  • A patient, adaptable, and supportive approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

What Teaching Personnel Offer:

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Free access to CPD and training to support your professional development
  • Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEN and are looking for a rewarding role within secondary education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and make a real difference in Sheffield schools.

0114 241 3340 / 3341 or sheffieldnorth@teachingpersonnel.com

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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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