SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH Support & 1:1 Help (Sheffield)

PK Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

PK Education are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH at a specialist school in Sheffield. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, building trusting relationships, and helping students access personalised learning activities within a nurturing environment.

You will work closely with teachers and the support team to promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour and progression across the curriculum, while safeguarding pupils and contributing to their

Qualifications

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH and additional needs.
• Building strong, positive and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Helping pupils access personalised learning activities and the wider curriculum.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive social interaction.
• Supporting pupils during transitions and throughout the school day.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH and additional needs.
• Building strong, positive and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Helping pupils access personalised learning activities and the wider curriculum.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive social interaction.
• Supporting pupils during transitions and throughout the school day.
• Working alongside teachers and other professionals to follow individual support plans and EHCP targets.
• Helping to maintain a calm, safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Providing feedback on pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.

Skills

1:1 support

SEMH

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

PK Education are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH at a specialist school in Sheffield. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, building trusting relationships, and helping students access personalised learning activities within a nurturing environment.

You will work closely with teachers and the support team to promote emotional regulation, positive behaviour and progression across the curriculum, while safeguarding pupils and contributing to their