SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Required - Sheffield

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist Integrated Resource (IR) Unit within a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Sheffield.

This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), and moderate learning difficulties. You will play a key role in helping pupils access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant within the IR Unit, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with additional needs.
• Assist the class teacher and SENCO in delivering personalised learning plans.
• Support pupils both within the specialist provision and mainstream classroom settings where appropriate.
• Encourage independence, engagement, and positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor and record student progress, achievements, and wellbeing.
• Work closely with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.
• Are confident managing challenging behaviours in a calm and positive manner.
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with students and staff.
• Hold a relevant qualification in Education, Childcare, Health & Social Care, or a related field (desirable but not essential).

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer

• Competitive rates of pay paid weekly through PAYE.
• Dedicated support from your local Sheffield consultant.
• Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through the Teaching Personnel Academy.
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and career progression roles.
• Flexible working options to suit your availability.
• A chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Two professional references covering the last two years.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.