Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Alternative Provision

Tinsley Meadows Primary School; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy, part of Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust, invites applications for a Teaching Assistant (Level 3) to support children with complex SEMH needs within our Pupil Referral Unit.

This fixed-term role is 34 hours per week for 39 weeks per year, at Grade 4 with a pro rata salary of £21,558–£23,349. Closing date 16 October 2026; interviews week of 19 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with complex SEMH needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and families.
• Willingness to participate in professional development including trauma-informed approaches.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with complex SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Maintain a high quality, safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff and families to support pupils.
• Contribute to the whole school community.

Skills

SEMH support

Resilient attitude

Organisational skills

Professional development

Diversity & inclusion

Creativity

Team player

Job description

JOB TITLE: Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

BASE:Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy

EMPLOYER:Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust

CONTRACT:Fixed Term until 31.08.27

HOURS:34 hours per week (full time)

WEEKS PER YEAR:39 weeks per year

GRADE / SALARY:Grade 4 (£27,275 - £29,542) pro rata - £21,558 - £23,349

CLOSING DATE:Mid-day Friday 16th October 2026

INTERVIEW DATE:W/C 19th October 2026

Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a highly motivated teaching assistant to join our busy teaching team working with children with complex special needs and their families in our Pupil Referral Unit. We are seeking someone who can support a high quality, safe learning experience underpinned by high expectations for our children.

Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy is part of Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust which has outcomes for children at the forefront of its vision.We have a vast amount of experience in supporting all children to make good progress and develop an interest in learning which lays a solid foundation for a happy, safe and successful future as well-rounded individuals.

Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust is committed to investing heavily in its staff. Our workforce is the jewel in our crown and the reason our children succeed. Our Workforce Charter has been carefully crafted in consultation with unions to ensure staff are equipped with both the professional development and personal support needed to excel in their role and develop their career. We are committed to improving well-being through the reduction of workload, well-being initiatives and creating a professional development offer that focuses much more on investment and support as opposed to the monitoring and management of performance.

As an employer of choice, the Trust offers a competitive pay structure in line with national pay recommendations.

You will:

1. Have a passion for supporting pupils with complex SEMH needs who may demonstrate behaviour that challenges adults
2. Be resilient, caring and compassionate, treating children and colleagues with respect as individuals, whilst working in an environment which can be physically and emotionally demanding
3. Be an excellent organiser and communicator with a proactive and friendly attitude
4. Have a commitment to on-going personal and professional development, including (as appropriate) Unconditional Positive Regard training and Trauma Informed training
5. Value diversity, equity and inclusion and have high expectations for every child
6. Be innovative and creative with a flexible, solution-focussed approach
7. Be an effective team player and contribute to the whole school community

Our school is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.We welcome and support applications from individuals with protected characteristics. We value each other’s identity and we are committed to promoting opportunities for all by ensuring equity across the MAT.Together, we learn and grow by embracing multiple perspectives, experiences and cultures.Our differences are our strengths.

Accommodations will be provided upon request to support applicants with disabilities throughout our recruitment process. Flexible working will be considered if suitable to the role.

If you believe you have the skills, knowledge and passion needed and would like to work in a busy, friendly environment where staff are valued, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Visits to school are strongly recommended. Please contact Sophina Begum (Business Support Manager) [e-mail] to arrange a tour of the school and an informal conversation about the role.

In line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, candidates are advised that online searches will be conducted for all those shortlisted. Searches will not be conducted for those that are not shortlisted. The purpose of the online search is to further assess candidates’ suitability for the role. Shortlisted candidates will have an opportunity to address any issues identified from the search at interview.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.