SEND Teaching Assistant – Autism Support & Inclusion (Term-Time)

SchoolBrowse; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private salary sacrifice pension

School fee remission

Sick pay scheme

Wellbeing support

Lunch provided

On-site parking

Job summary

Birkdale School in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join the Senior School team at Oakholme Road. This one-year fixed-term post, term-time only (8.30am–4pm, Monday–Friday), supports an individual pupil in line with their EHCP provision.

You will collaborate with the Class Teacher, SENDCo and external professionals to tailor resources, deliver targeted 1:1 support, monitor progress and promote inclusion, safeguarding and the school’s Christian ethos.

Qualifications

• Experience working with autistic pupils or SEND exposure is desirable.
• GCSE Maths and English demonstrated at least at Level 2.
• Teaching Assistant qualification preferred or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored in-class support for pupils with SEND to access the curriculum.
• Collaborate with teachers to modify resources and differentiate instruction.
• Deliver targeted 1:1 interventions addressing academic and emotional needs per EHCP.
• Use assistive technology to support learning and communication.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to SENDCo and parents.

Skills

Autism awareness

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Reliability

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSE Maths and English

Level 2 evidence

Tools

Provision mapping software

Job description

Birkdale School in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join the Senior School team at Oakholme Road. This one-year fixed-term post, term-time only (8.30am–4pm, Monday–Friday), supports an individual pupil in line with their EHCP provision.

You will collaborate with the Class Teacher, SENDCo and external professionals to tailor resources, deliver targeted 1:1 support, monitor progress and promote inclusion, safeguarding and the school’s Christian ethos.