SEN Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with Special Educational Needs in primary schools in Sheffield. This is a flexible supply role where you will provide 1:1 and small group support, work closely with teachers, and promote independence in young learners. Candidates should have experience with SEN and strong communication skills. Competitive pay rates and professional training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Free access to professional training and CPD

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in a school, care, or other setting.
• Patient, caring, and enthusiastic approach.
• Flexibility to work across different schools and year groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to deliver engaging, inclusive lessons.
• Adapt resources and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Promote independence, resilience, and confidence in young learners.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Supply Work across Primary Schools in Sheffield

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for dedicated and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team and work on a supply basis across a range of primary schools in Sheffield.

If you are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and want flexible work that makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to deliver engaging, inclusive lessons.
• Adapt resources and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Promote independence, resilience, and confidence in young learners.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting children with SEN (in a school, care, or other setting).
• A patient, caring, and enthusiastic approach.
• Flexibility to work across different schools and year groups.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Why Choose Tradewind Recruitment

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of local Sheffield schools.
• Free access to professional training and CPD.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated, local consultant.

Location: Sheffield primary schools

Contract: Flexible supply work

Pay: Competitive, paid weekly

Apply today to join Tradewind Recruitment as an SEN Teaching Assistant and help create positive learning experiences for every child.