Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen engagierten Primary SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield, um positive Lernerfahrungen für Kinder mit besonderen Bedürfnissen zu schaffen. In dieser Rolle unterstützen Sie Schüler individuell und in Gruppen, implementieren personalisierte Lernpläne und fördern deren soziale und emotionale Entwicklung. Sie arbeiten eng mit Lehrern und Fachleuten zusammen, um sicherzustellen, dass jeder Schüler die notwendige Unterstützung erhält. Diese Position bietet die Möglichkeit, einen echten Unterschied im Leben von Kindern zu machen und Teil eines unterstützenden Teams zu sein, das sich für hochwertige Bildung einsetzt.

Benefits

Wettbewerbsfähige tägliche Vergütung

Berufliche Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten

Engagierter Berater für Unterstützung

Unterstützendes Teamumfeld

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Arbeit mit Kindern mit SEN in einer Grundschule.
• Aktualisierter Lebenslauf und ein erweitertes DBS-Zertifikat erforderlich.

Responsibilities

• Unterstützung von Schülern in Einzel- und Kleingruppen.
• Implementierung individueller Lernpläne und Unterstützung bei der emotionalen Entwicklung.

Skills

Erfahrung mit SEN

Kommunikationsmethoden (Makaton, PECS)

Verhaltenmanagement

Empathie und Geduld

Education

Qualifikation in Bildung oder Kinderbetreuung

CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ oder gleichwertig

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Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, Sheffield

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Client:

GSL Education

Location:

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Looking for a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) in Sheffield!

Job Title: Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £86 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact?

Join GSL Education as a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) at a specialist primary school in Sheffield and help create positive learning experiences for young children every day!

Role Overview:

As a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will play a crucial role in creating a supportive and structured learning environment for children with a range of additional needs. Working closely with class teachers, SEN specialists, and therapists, you will provide individualised support, ensuring that each child receives the assistance they require to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• One-to-one and small group support: Helping students engage with their learning and develop essential skills.
• Implementing personalised learning plans: Adapting teaching materials to meet each child’s unique requirements.
• Encouraging social and emotional development: Using strategies to promote confidence, resilience, and independence.
• Providing sensory and behavioural support: Using de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Assisting with speech and language interventions: Working alongside therapists to support children’s communication needs.
• Helping with structured routines: Ensuring a safe, consistent, and engaging learning experience.
• Supporting personal care needs: Including toileting and mobility assistance when required.
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback: Contributing to individual education plans (IEPs) and liaising with SEN professionals.

Requirements:

• Availability: Be available full-time, with a commitment to consistency and reliability.
• Experience: Have previous experience working with children with SEN in a primary school setting.
• Qualifications: Hold a relevant qualification in Education, Childcare, Health & Social Care, or Special Educational Needs Support (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Communication Methods: Have experience with alternative communication methods, such as Makaton, PECS, or AAC devices (desirable).
• Behaviour Management: Be familiar with positive behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Approach: Possess a patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to working with children.
• Documentation: Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

Why GSL Education?

• Competitive daily pay rate: Reflecting experience and expertise.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to work in a highly regarded specialist provision with access to ongoing professional development.
• Guidance and Support: A dedicated consultant providing guidance and career support.
• Impact: The chance to make a profound impact on students’ education, confidence, and future aspirations.
• Team Environment: A supportive and collaborative team environment with a commitment to inclusive and high-quality education.

If you are a passionate and skilled Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) looking for a rewarding, full-time opportunity in Sheffield, apply today! Join GSL Education and be part of a dedicated team that transforms lives.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)’ role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.