SEN Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield. The role involves delivering structured support and monitoring student performance in a disciplined environment. Successful candidates will have experience in educational settings and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive daily rate of £90‑£120 and a supportive work environment aimed at student progress.

Benefits

Access to training designed to strengthen professional practice

Stable and well-organized working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in structured educational settings or similar.
• Confidence in following behaviour management strategies.
• Proactive and independent mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured academic assistance and practical interventions.
• Implement adapted materials and focused activities.
• Monitor student behaviours and provide updates.
• Coordinate with staff and external teams as needed.

Skills

Experience in education, SEN, youth work, sports coaching

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to follow behaviour frameworks

Situational awareness

Job description

Are you a decisive and dependable SEN Teaching Assistant who works with clarity, efficiency, and a firm, structured approach?

Reeson Education are recruiting a disciplined SEN Teaching Assistant for a school in Sheffield (S2), ideal for someone who values consistency, strong routines, and direct communication.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will deliver clear, instruction‑led support through focused one‑to‑one and small‑group work. You'll help pupils follow routines, stay on task, and develop stronger learning habits using straightforward, goal‑driven strategies. The environment demands control, reliability, and an organised approach.

Key Responsibilities

• <>Targeted Support: Deliver structured academic assistance and practical interventions.
• Classroom Execution: Implement tasks, adapted materials, and subject‑focused activities with precision.
• Behaviour & Regulation: Apply consistent, firm strategies to build discipline, self‑management, and focus.
• Performance Monitoring: Log key behaviours and provide direct updates to teaching staff.
• Professional Coordination: Work efficiently with staff and external teams to maintain aligned expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, SEN, youth work, sports coaching, or similar structured settings.
• A steady, controlled approach with strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Confidence following clear behaviour frameworks and executing set plans.
• A proactive, independent mindset with strong situational awareness.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through Reeson Education.

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate of £90‑£120 depending on experience.
• Full‑time and part‑time options available.
• Access to training designed to strengthen professional practice.
• A stable, well‑organised working environment.
• A direct opportunity to contribute to measurable student progress.

Additional Information

Important note: This role requires solid safeguarding knowledge, and applicants must meet all safer recruitment checks, including holding an enhanced DBS or being willing to obtain one.

For more information or to apply for the SEN Teaching Assistant role, please contact our consultant Mitch Stringer.

We look forward to welcoming a capable SEN Teaching Assistant to our team.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%.