Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay rates

Flexible opportunities to suit your av

Long-term, short-term and permanent op

Free CPD and SEN training

Dedicated support from an education cn

Career development in education

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across primary and secondary schools in South Yorkshire, including Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster.

As a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant you will work with pupils with ASC, ADHD, SLCN, SEMH and learning difficulties, delivering tailored support to help students access learning, build confidence and thrive in school environments.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for SEN pupils.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual student needs.
• Support students with emotional regulation and social development.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage pupil engagement.
• Assist with the implementation of EHCPs.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Support behaviour management strategies in line with school policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate Level 3 Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across a variety of primary and secondary schools throughout South Yorkshire, including Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, and Doncaster.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)

You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to deliver tailored support that enables students to access learning, develop confidence, and thrive within the school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for SEN pupils.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual student needs.
• Support students with emotional regulation and social development.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage pupil engagement.
• Assist with the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Support behaviour management strategies in line with school policies.

Requirements

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer

• Competitive weekly pay rates.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability.
• Roles available across a wide network of South Yorkshire schools.
• Long-term, short-term, and permanent opportunities.
• Free CPD and specialist SEN training courses.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
• Opportunities to develop your career within education.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Working with Teaching Personnel gives you access to rewarding opportunities where you can positively impact the lives of young people with additional needs. Whether you're an experienced SEN professional or looking to develop your career in special educational needs, we can help you find a role that matches your skills and aspirations.