SEND Teaching Assistant

Reed; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Sheffield is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant for the Semi-Formal Independence Pathway. This full-time, long-term role involves supporting learners with autism and moderate learning difficulties to develop life skills and confidence. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about inclusive education, with experience in encouraging independence. The position offers opportunities for permanence and is in a well-resourced, positively recognized setting.

Benefits

Long-term role with potential for permanence

Well-resourced setting

Positive Ofsted recognition

Excellent feedback from families

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with autism and moderate learning needs.
• Confidence in encouraging independence in daily routines and activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively to support EHCP targets.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support learners on the Semi-Formal Independence Pathway.
• Promote independence, confidence, and social development.
• Implement structured routines and community-based learning.

Skills

Supporting learners with autism

Encouraging independence

Collaboration with teachers and therapists

Passion for inclusive education

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Semi-Formal Independence Pathway

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

Are you enthusiastic about helping young people with moderate learning difficulties and autism develop life skills and independence? We are looking for a motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to support learners on the Semi-Formal Independence Pathway at a specialist setting in Sheffield.

This pathway focuses on preparing students for adulthood through structured routines, functional academics, and community-based learning. You’ll play a key role in promoting independence, confidence, and social development.

What’s on offer:

• A long-term role with a view to becoming permanent
• A well-resourced setting with a strong focus on learner outcomes
• Positive Ofsted recognition for inclusive practices and learner engagement
• Excellent feedback from families who value the school’s holistic approach

Ideal candidates will:

• Have experience supporting learners with autism and moderate learning needs
• Be confident encouraging independence in daily routines and activities
• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to support EHCP targets
• Be enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about inclusive education