Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant — Inspire Inclusive Learning

E-ACT Pathways Academy; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS or TPS pension

Life cover at three times pensionable-

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

E-ACT Pathways Academy in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant with a SEND specialism to support students with diverse learning needs, helping them overcome barriers and progress academically and personally.

You'll work with teachers and pastoral staff to create an inclusive, nurturing, student-centred environment, with safeguarding, wellbeing, and equality at the heart of our approach.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience of supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with students, colleagues, parents/carers, and external agencies.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to adapt learning activities and support strategies to meet individual student needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support for students with SEND, both in and out of the classroom, to enable them to access learning and achieve their potential.
• Work closely with teachers to adapt activities, resources, and learning approaches to meet individual student needs.
• Foster positive relationships with students, promoting confidence, independence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist in managing behaviour positively and consistently, in line with academy policies and individual support strategies.
• Monitor, record, and report on student progress, achievements, and wellbeing to teaching staff and SEND professionals.
• Support students during lessons, breaktimes, educational visits, and other academy activities as required.

Skills

GCSE English & Maths C/4

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

SEND experience

Relationship building

Teamwork

Adapt learning activities

Education

GCSE Grade C/4 English & Maths

Job description

E-ACT Pathways Academy in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant with a SEND specialism to support students with diverse learning needs, helping them overcome barriers and progress academically and personally.

You'll work with teachers and pastoral staff to create an inclusive, nurturing, student-centred environment, with safeguarding, wellbeing, and equality at the heart of our approach.