SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant, Sheffield

Academics; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD courses

Referral bonus

Job summary

Academics is recruiting SEN Secondary Teaching Assistants to start as soon as possible across Sheffield's specialist schools. You will support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, adapting instruction to fit each learner, and collaborating with teachers and families to track progress.

You will bring Level 3 TA experience, SEN-savvy approaches, and calm, solution-focused thinking to every day. Roles are term-time, temporary, with weekly pay and flexible placements in well-regarded Sheffield settings.

Qualifications

• Qualified or experienced-Level 3 TA or equivalent experience in education, childcare, or health settings.
• SEN-savvy and able to adapt, connect, and inspire.
• Calm under pressure and solution-focused when things get tricky.

Responsibilities

• Be their champion—supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, building confidence and core skills.
• Think on your feet—adapting lessons, resources, and approaches to fit each unique learner.
• Turn behaviour into progress—using positive, tailored strategies that build self-esteem and engagement.
• Collaborate like a pro—working alongside teachers, SENCOs, and families to track progress and shape EHCPs.
• Embrace every challenge—from sensory sensitivities to speech delays, you'll meet each child where they are and take them further.

Skills

SEN support

Patience under pressure

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

MAKE A DIFFERENCE. EVERY. SINGLE. DAY.

Academics Agency is recruiting SEN Secondary Teaching Assistants to start as soon as possible-and we want YOU to join our team across SHEFFIELD's most dynamic specialist schools.

This isn't just a job. It's a chance to be the reason a child smiles, succeeds, and believes in themselves.

Every day, you'll walk into classrooms where your patience, creativity, and heart will turn challenges into breakthroughs. From autism to ADHD, communication disorders to complex learning needs-you'll be the steady presence that makes learning possible.

YOUR MISSION (SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT):

• Be their champion-supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, building confidence and core skills.
• Think on your feet-adapting lessons, resources, and approaches to fit each unique learner.
• Turn behaviour into progress-using positive, tailored strategies that build self-esteem and engagement.
• Collaborate like a pro-working alongside teachers, SENCOs, and families to track progress and shape EHCPs.
• Embrace every challenge-from sensory sensitivities to speech delays, you'll meet each child where they are and take them further.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Qualified or experienced-Level 3 TA or equivalent experience in education, childcare, or health settings.
• SEN-savvy-you've supported children with additional needs and know how to adapt, connect, and inspire.
• Calm under pressure-patient, flexible, and solution-focused when things get tricky.
• DBS-ready-Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or happy to get one fast.
• Reference-perfect-two strong professional references ready to go.

WHAT WE GIVE YOU:

• £92.56-£110 per day (holiday included)-with higher rates for extra experience or qualifications.
• Paid weekly-term-time only, temporary Monday-Friday.
• Free CPD-sensory processing, positive handling, autism-friendly practice and more.
• Flexible placements-across a range of well-regarded Sheffield's specialist schools.
• £75 Love2Shop for every friend you refer who joins us.
• Your own dedicated consultant-support from day one, every step of the way.

THE COUNTDOWN TO SEPTEMBER IS ON.

Spaces are filling fast-and we need people who are ready to step up, stand out, and make a lasting impact.

If that's you-don't wait.

Academics-where passion meets purpose, and every child gets the chance to shine.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy