Secondary SEN TA - S2

Randstad Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Refer a Friend scheme

Training modules

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in the S2 district of Sheffield. You will support students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering 1:1 and small-group sessions to help pupils stay focused and access subject content while building emotional resilience.

Ideal candidates will have UK school experience with SEN/SEMH, provide pastoral guidance, and employ de-escalation techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience with secondary pupils with SEN or SEMH in a UK school environment.
• Assist across core subjects while providing pastoral guidance.
• Confident in positive de-escalation techniques (Team Teach or similar).
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build rapport with disengaged learners.
• Enhanced DBS with Update Service and safeguarding clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support students across KS3/KS4 in 1:1 and small groups.
• Help pupils stay focused and access subject content.
• Provide pastoral guidance and mentoring to learners.
• Contribute to safeguarding and behavioural expectations within school.

Skills

UK Experience

Pastoral support

De-escalation

Communication

DBS Vetting

Job description

Do you want to make a genuine difference to young people preparing for adulthood?

Can you build meaningful relationships with teenagers facing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges?

Are you ready to bring your energy and commitment to a vibrant secondary school in S2?

A secondary school located in the S2 district of Sheffield is seeking an adaptable, resilient SEN Teaching Assistant. You will support students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, working 1:1 and in small intervention groups to help pupils stay focused, access subject content, and build emotional resilience.

Key Requirements

UK Experience: Demonstrable track record of working with secondary-aged pupils with SEN or SEMH needs in a UK school environment.

Academic & Pastoral Support: Ability to assist across core secondary subjects while providing pastoral guidance and mentoring.

De-escalation Skills: Confident in using positive de-escalation techniques (e.g., "Team Teach" or similar behaviour training is highly desirable).

Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with disengaged learners.

DBS & Vetting: An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or readiness to complete one) and full safeguarding clearance.

Why Work with Randstad?

Market-Leading Pay: Competitive daily rates paid weekly without umbrella company deductions.

Local Insight: Benefit from our strong relationships with secondary schools across Sheffield and South Yorkshire.

Career Growth: Access a vast portfolio of accredited training modules to bolster your CV and skills in secondary education.

Refer a Friend Scheme: Opportunity to earn £300 in vouchers when you refer other qualified education professionals.

Candidate Portal: Complete control over your timesheets, pay slips, and personal profile via our streamlined candidate platform.

What Happens Next?

After reviewing your application, we will contact you for a confidential discussion about your skills and availability. Suitable candidates will complete our online registration process and safeguarding checks. Once verified, we will arrange a formal meeting or trial shift with the school leadership team so you can see if the environment is the right fit for you.