SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistants Wanted – Primary Schools – Sheffield
Flexible full-time and part-time roles available to suit your lifestyle!

Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs (SEN)? Do you want to make a real difference in primary schools across Sheffield? Join Teaching Personnel, the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, and start your rewarding journey today.

We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work in a variety of mainstream and specialist primary schools throughout Sheffield. Whether you're seeking full-time, part-time, or flexible work to fit around other commitments, we have roles to suit you.

Role Overview:

• Supporting students with a range of SEN including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH needs
• Working closely with teaching staff and SENCOs to deliver personalised learning plans
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Providing 1:1 or small group support in and out of the classroom

We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (in education, care, or voluntary settings)
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for helping others
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)

What We Offer:

• Flexible working hours to suit your schedule
• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• A dedicated consultant to support your journey

Whether you’re an experienced TA, a recent graduate, or looking for a career change, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now with your CV or contact Teaching Personnel for more details and begin your journey asa valued member of the SEN support network in Sheffield's primary schools.
0114 241 3340 / sheffieldnorth@teachingpersonnel.com

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

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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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