SEN Teaching Assistant, Sheffield

Description

SEN 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 atmosphereApplicant 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 xjnqpsq 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 relevantIf 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.

Reach out to Charlotta directly:

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Academics - Where enthusiasm meets ambition, and every learner gets the opportunity to thrive.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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