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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 12 hours ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Primary Support - Sheffield
 Location: Sheffield
 Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time
 Start Date: September

Are you motivated by supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and helping them thrive in school? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking committed SEN Teaching Assistants to offer 1:1 support for primary pupils across several friendly and inclusive schools in the Sheffield area.

Role Overview:

In this role, you will provide personalised support to children with a range of additional needs, such as:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Behavioural challenges

Difficulties with verbal communication

Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and wider school staff, you will help ensure each child can engage with learning and make meaningful progress.

Key Duties:

Deliver 1:1 support tailored to individual pupil needs

Assist with classroom learning and adapted tasks

Use communication tools such as PECS and visual schedules

Encourage pupils' social, emotional, and personal development

Respond to and de-escalate challenging behaviours calmly and professionally

You Will Bring:

Experience supporting children with SEN, especially ASC or behavioural needs

Patience, resilience, and a caring approach

Flexibility and a proactive mindset

Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3) - beneficial but not required

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply

What We Offer:

A choice of placements across welcoming primary schools in Sheffield

Continued CPD and support throughout your role

A dedicated consultant to find your ideal school environment

Long-term opportunities and potential career progression

Be a vital part of a child's educational journey. Join Tradewind Recruitment as an SEN Teaching Assistant and help create positive, lasting change every day.

To apply, send over your CV or contact the Tradewind Sheffield team on (phone number removed) for more information regarding this exciting position as SEN Teaching Assistant

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