SEN Teaching Assistant, Sheffield)

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

Job summary

Academics is seeking passionate and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants for various temporary positions in Sheffield. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and a strong understanding of safeguarding practices. This role offers flexibility, excellent pay rates, and a chance to make a positive impact on students' learning.

Benefits

Flexible working days

Safeguarding training

Temp to perm contracts

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as a Teaching Assistant (SEN/SEND preferred).
• Enhanced DBS (registered or willing to obtain).
• Two professional references.

Responsibilities

• Support children or adults with SEN needs in educational settings.
• Assist in delivering learning objectives for students with learning difficulties.

Skills

Safeguarding practices

Supporting ASD

Supporting SEMH

Supporting MLD

Supporting SLD

Job description

SEN Supply Teaching Assistant/Sheffield

Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for an extremely rewarding role? Have you got experience supporting children or adults with SEN needs, either in a personal or professional capacity?

If this resonates with you, then Academics Ltd is proud to be your first port of call in South Yorkshire. We are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants who are passionate and enthusiastic about making a difference in students' learning.

Did you know that Academics Ltd: Doncaster, Barnsley, Rotherham & Sheffield can offer...

• Day-to-Day, Short & Long Term, Full Time, Part Time temporary positions.

We offer:

• Excellent pay rates (Between £89 and £110 per day, depending on experience, including holiday pay).
• Flexibility - We offer all of our candidates the opportunity to choose their working days, providing a great work-life balance.
• ASAP start, or a start date that works for you.
• The opportunity to "try before you buy" with schools, allowing you to select your next permanent position based on your supply experience.
• Additional support from our dedicated staff throughout all your placements.
• Temp to perm contracts.
• Safeguarding training.
• Refer a friend scheme, earning up to £75 in love-to-shop vouchers for each education professional you refer.

If your experience with education recruitment agencies has left you feeling frustrated or jaded, you may think they're all the same. At Academics, we provide a refreshingly human experience in working supply. Our supply teachers and teaching assistants notice the difference every day.

Don't just take our word for it—here's what one of our candidates says:

"From the first contact I had with Charlotta, I knew I would be fine. I was made to feel comfortable and welcome. I started working within 3 days of registering. I've been with Academics for nearly a year and have had lots of work at lovely schools."

- Gabby, Doncaster Primary Teacher

Requirements:

• 2+ years' experience as a Teaching Assistant (SEN/SEND experience preferred).
• Experience supporting ASD, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or similar needs.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices.
• Enhanced DBS (registered or willing to obtain).
• Two professional references.
• Right to work in the UK.

Academics is a quality agency that prides itself on delivering continuity in the classroom and has an exceptional reputation among schools nationwide.