SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT

AMA Admin; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

AMA Admin’s SEND Teaching Assistant role is based in a friendly primary school in Sheffield, supporting pupils with SEND to access learning and develop independence. The position is full-time, term-time only (39 weeks), with a September 2026 start date or as soon as possible.

The salary depends on qualifications and experience and is aligned to local norms. You will work closely with class teachers, the SENDCo and external professionals to tailor learning, monitor progress and foster an

Qualifications

• Recognised Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children with SEND in a school or similar setting.
• Good understanding of inclusive practice and strategies to support pupils with additional needs.
• GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to learn, communicate, and regulate emotions.
• Deliver targeted interventions and personalised learning under direction of class teacher and SENDCo.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs.
• Promote positive behaviour using consistent strategies and individual plans.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide regular feedback to teachers and SENDCo.
• Support pupils with personal care while ensuring dignity and respect.
• Collaborate with families and external professionals to ensure needed support.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Safeguarding

Patience

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

GCSE English/Maths C/4+

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Sheffield

Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only (39 Weeks)

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience

Start Date: September 2026 (or as soon as possible)

Make a Difference Every Day

We are seeking to appoint a caring, dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and inclusive primary school in Sheffield. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them to access learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential within a nurturing school environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, the SENDCo and other professionals to provide high-quality support for pupils with a range of additional needs, ensuring every child is valued, included and encouraged to succeed.

The Role

As an SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored support for pupils with a range of SEND, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and cognition and learning difficulties.

• Work on a one-to-one basis and with small groups to support learning, communication, emotional regulation and social development.

• Deliver targeted interventions and personalized learning programmes under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo.

• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs.

• Promote positive behaviour using consistent strategies and individual support plans.

• Encourage independence, confidence and resilience in pupils.

• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing regular feedback to teachers and the SENDCo.

• Support pupils with personal care where required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.

• Work collaboratively with families and external professionals to ensure pupils receive the support they need.

• Contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

Essential

• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).

• Experience of working with children with SEND in a school or similar setting.

• A good understanding of inclusive practice and strategies to support pupils with additional needs.

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

• The ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents.

• A patient, calm and flexible approach, with a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable

• Experience supporting pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH or speech and language needs.

• Knowledge of communication approaches such as Makaton, PECS or visual timetables.

• Experience delivering intervention programmes.

• Positive behaviour support or Team Teach training (or willingness to undertake training).

• First Aid qualification.

We Offer

• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community.

• Friendly, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.

• A dedicated and experienced staff team committed to collaboration.