1:1 Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Academics; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education agency in Sheffield seeks a compassionate 1:1 Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in a specialist school. You will support a pupil with complex learning needs, promoting their independence in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates have a Level 2 qualification and experience with SEN children. Competitive pay from £88.94 to £100 per day, with ongoing support and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Long-term placement opportunities

Support from specialist consultants

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification required.
• Experience in a specialist setting with SEN children is ideal.
• Understanding of sensory processing and complex communication difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex needs.
• Assist with personal care and promote independence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and SEN specialists.

Skills

Experience with SEN children

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

1:1 Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Sheffield

Academics, acting as an agency, are recruiting a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a full-time, temp to perm role in a specialist SEN school in Sheffield.

Position: 1:1 Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Contract: Full-time, temporary (ongoing)
School: Specialist SEN school supporting pupils aged 11-19 with complex learning and communication needs
Pay: £88.94 - £100 per day (dependent upon experience, training, qualifications & client rate available, inclusive of holiday pay)

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled 1:1 Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting that supports pupils with autism, communication difficulties, sensory needs, and complex learning challenges. You will provide individualised support for a pupil on the engagement pathway, helping them to access learning in a structured, nurturing, and sensory-focused environment.

You will work as part of a supportive team of teachers and professionals dedicated to ensuring every child reaches their full potential - academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex communication and learning needs.
• Assist with personal care and promote independence.
• Support engagement and interaction through sensory-based and structured activities.
• Implement personalised strategies to support emotional regulation and communication.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and SEN specialists.
• Follow individual education and behaviour support plans.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

Candidate Requirements

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (minimum).
Experience working with children or young people with SEN, ideally in a specialist setting.
Understanding of the engagement pathway, sensory processing, and complex communication difficulties.
A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply).

What Academics Offer

• Full-time, ongoing role in Sheffield.
• Competitive daily pay of £88.94 - £100 (DOE).
• Opportunities for long-term placements and temp-to-perm progression.
• Continuous support from our SEN specialist consultants.

We also offer:

• Ongoing support from our dedicated staff throughout all placements.
• Refer a friend scheme that allows you to earn up to £125 of Love2Shop vouchers for every education professional you refer to us.

If you are a caring 1:1 Level 2 Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs in a specialist SEN environment in Sheffield, apply today with Academics and take the next step in your career.

Apply now to join Academics as a 1:1 Level 2 Teaching Assistant in Sheffield.