SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs

Reed; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support learners with complex needs. The role offers a nurturing environment that uses creative, sensory-based learning strategies to promote progress in communication and emotional regulation. Ideal candidates will have experience with children or young adults with complex needs and be confident using communication aids. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent.

Benefits

Long-term opportunity

Supportive environment

Positive feedback from Ofsted

Warm praise from parents

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young adults with complex needs.
• Confident using communication aids (e.g., PECS, Makaton) and sensory resources.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to learning.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable learners.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
• Engage students using sensory-based learning approaches.
• Promote meaningful progress in communication and emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience supporting children with complex needs

Confidence using communication aids

Patience

Empathy

Proactive approach to learning

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:SheffieldStart Date: ASAPContract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (with potential to go permanent)

Are you passionate about supporting learners with profound and multiple learning difficulties, sensory impairments, and complex communication needs? We are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Sheffield, working within their Complex Needs Engagement Pathway.

This pathway supports students who benefit from highly personalised, sensory-based learning approaches. You’ll be part of a nurturing team that uses creative strategies to engage learners, build trust, and promote meaningful progress in communication, interaction, and emotional regulation.

What’s on offer:

• A long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent
• A supportive and inclusive environment with excellent staff collaboration
• Positive Ofsted feedback highlighting strong leadership and pupil wellbeing
• Warm praise from parents for the school’s commitment to individualised care and progress

Ideal candidates will:

• Have experience supporting children or young adults with complex needs
• Be confident using communication aids (e.g., PECS, Makaton) and sensory resources
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to learning
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable learners