Secondary Teaching Assistants wanted in Sheffield

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

Job summary

An established industry player is urgently seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants in Sheffield to support students with special educational needs. This role offers immediate opportunities across various secondary schools and specialist units, emphasizing a supportive environment for professional growth. With a competitive daily rate and additional perks like holiday pay and referral bonuses, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in education. Join a dynamic team that values your contributions and offers flexibility in work arrangements.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Access to Hays App

Free training

Well-being courses

Discounts and cash-back deals

£250 vouchers after 20 days

£250 referral vouchers

Regular salary through guarantee scheme

Free CV consultation

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, ideally with special educational needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for students with special educational needs.
• Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Support classroom teachers in managing student behavior.

Skills

Experience with special educational needs

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive approach

Flexible approach

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistants wanted in Sheffield, Sheffield

Client:

Location:

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

6e1117c3eabd

Job Views:

8

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Urgent: Secondary School Teaching Assistants Needed in Sheffield! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special educational needs? Hays is urgently seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our team, working across a variety of secondary schools and specialist units in Sheffield.

Why Join Us?

• Immediate Start: We need you now!
• Diverse Opportunities: Work in multiple settings, from mainstream secondary schools to specialist units.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values your contribution and supports your professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support for students with special educational needs.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Support classroom teachers in managing student behaviour and engagement.
• Facilitate a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with other professionals, including speech therapists and educational psychologists.
• Monitor and report on student progress and development.

Requirements:

• ESSENTIAL: Experience working with children, ideally with special educational needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and flexible approach.

What we offer:

• A day rate of up to £120 per day in addition to holiday pay, paid either via PAYE or Umbrella.
• Access to the Hays App, where you can access your timesheets, holiday booking system, free training, well-being courses, and a range of discounts and cash-back deals.
• £250 vouchers once you’ve worked with Hays for 20 days.
• £250 vouchers for referring a friend who completes 20 days' work via Hays.
• Regular salary through our guarantee scheme.
• Free CV consultation with a dedicated education consultant to support your career goals.
• Flexibility – we can offer temporary, short-term, long-term, or permanent work.

What to do now:

If you're interested in this job, click 'apply now' to send an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right but you're seeking a new position, contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Refer a friend

*Refer a friend and receive £250 worth of high street vouchers. Know someone who applied unsuccessfully for a permanent/long-term teaching job or is working for another agency and might be interested? For every Primary Teacher you recommend to Hays, who then works in a teaching role for us, you'll get £250 of high street vouchers.