SEND Teaching Assistant - Flexible Hours & CPD

TeacherActive; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD & SEND training

Education consultant

Flexible placements

Competitive pay

Job summary

TeacherActive in the United Kingdom is recruiting a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs in welcoming schools and specialist settings. You'll work with teachers to help learners access lessons, build confidence, and reach their potential.

We offer flexible placements—long-term, short-term and day-to-day—plus free CPD and SEND training, ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant, and competitive rates of pay.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Relevant qualifications are beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assist with implementing IEPs and support strategies.
• Encourage pupils' independence, confidence, and social development.
• Support children with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and other learning difficulties.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals to support pupil progress.

Skills

SEND experience

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Patience and empathy

Safeguarding

Job description

TeacherActive in the United Kingdom is recruiting a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs in welcoming schools and specialist settings. You'll work with teachers to help learners access lessons, build confidence, and reach their potential.

We offer flexible placements—long-term, short-term and day-to-day—plus free CPD and SEND training, ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant, and competitive rates of pay.