Teaching Assistant Jobs in Sheffield

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Sheffield is looking for passionate Secondary School Teaching Assistants to support students with special educational needs (SEN) in various school settings. Immediate positions are available offering flexible work options and competitive pay, alongside ongoing training and career support.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Ongoing training

CV consultations

Professional development

Guaranteed pay scheme

Referrer bonus

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, ideally in an SEN setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, adaptable, and passionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support for students with special educational needs (SEN).
• Assist in delivering Education, Health and Care Plans (EHC plan).
• Support classroom teachers with behaviour management.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Proactivity

Job description

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

Urgent Hiring: Secondary School Teaching Assistants – Sheffield (SEN Support)

Are you passionate about supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)?

Hays Education is urgently recruiting experienced and enthusiastic Secondary School Teaching Assistants to work across a range of mainstream and specialist secondary schools in Sheffield.

Why Work with Hays Education?

• Immediate Start Available – We need Teaching Assistants now!
• Diverse School Settings – Gain experience in both mainstream and SEN settings
• Career Support – Ongoing training, CV consultations, and professional development.
• Flexible Work Options – Choose from temporary, long-term, or permanent roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and group support for students with special educational needs (SEN).
• Assist in delivering Education, Health and Care Plans (EHC plan).
• Support classroom teachers with behaviour management and student engagement.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate with SEN professionals, including speech therapists and educational psychologists.
• Track and report on student progress and development.

Requirements:

• Essential: Experience working with children, ideally in an SEN setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, adaptable, and passionate approach.

What We Offer:

• Up to £120/day + holiday pay (PAYE or Umbrella)
• Access to the Hays Education App – manage time sheets, training, and benefits
• £250 referral bonus for referring a friend
• Guaranteed pay scheme for regular work
• Free CV consultation and career advice from a dedicated education consultant

Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference in Sheffield schools, click ‘Apply Now’ to upload your CV and get started. Not the right fit? Contact us for a confidential discussion about other education roles in South Yorkshire.

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