Immediate-Start SEN Teaching Assistant – Sheffield

Academics; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via PAYE

Holiday pay

Free CPD

Flexible placements across Sheffield

Job summary

Academics Agency is seeking a SEMH/SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Sheffield's specialist schools. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, helping children with autism, ADHD, and sensory or communication needs to access learning.

You'll join a responsive team, with DBS checks, weekly PAYE pay, and term-time or temporary placements across trusted Sheffield schools, with ongoing CPD and dedicated consultant support from day one.

Qualifications

• Qualified or experienced Level 3 TA or equivalent in education/health settings.
• SEN-savvy, with ability to adapt, connect and inspire.
• Calm under pressure, patient, flexible and solution-focused when things get tricky.
• DBS Enhanced on Update Service, or happy to obtain quickly.
• Two strong professional references ready to go.

Responsibilities

• Be their champion—support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Adapt lessons, resources and approaches to fit each learner.
• Turn behaviour into progress using tailored strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and families to track progress and shape EHCPs.
• Meet each child where they are and address sensory, speech and learning needs.

Skills

Level 3 TA

SEN experience

Calm under pressure

DBS checked

Strong references

Job description

Academics Agency is seeking a SEMH/SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Sheffield's specialist schools. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, helping children with autism, ADHD, and sensory or communication needs to access learning.

You'll join a responsive team, with DBS checks, weekly PAYE pay, and term-time or temporary placements across trusted Sheffield schools, with ongoing CPD and dedicated consultant support from day one.