Teaching Assistant - SEND

AMA Admin; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants to work in welcoming primary schools across Sheffield. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with literacy and numeracy, and help create a positive learning environment.

Ideal candidates have UK-based school experience, a Level 2/3 TA qualification (or equivalent), and strong communication and teamwork skills. Roles offer flexible day-to-day, short-term and longer placements with dedicated consultant support.

Qualifications

• Has previous UK-based school experience.
• Holds Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification, or equivalent.
• Passionate about supporting children's learning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Patient, reliable and adaptable.
• Confident supporting pupils in a busy primary school.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils to develop their learning.
• Assist children with literacy, numeracy and wider classroom activities.
• Support pupils with additional needs, including SEND, where required.
• Help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence.

Skills

UK-based school experience

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Reliability

Adaptability

Pupil support

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Employer: Milk Education
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible opportunities
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Sheffield?

Milk Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work within welcoming primary schools across Sheffield.

We are looking for candidates with previous UK-based school experience who are passionate about supporting children's learning, building confidence and making a real difference in the classroom.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils to develop their learning.

• Assisting children with literacy, numeracy and wider classroom activities.

• Supporting pupils with additional needs, including SEND, where required.

• Helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

• Promoting positive behaviour, confidence and independence.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Have previous UK-based school experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar classroom support role.

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or have relevant experience.

• Be passionate about supporting children's learning and development.

• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Be patient, reliable and adaptable.

• Be confident supporting pupils in a busy primary school environment.

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Access to a range of primary school opportunities across Sheffield.

• Flexible day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Opportunities to gain experience in different school settings.

• Competitive rates of pay.

• A friendly, supportive team committed to finding the right role for you.

Safeguarding: Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where required.

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