SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Sheffield (Temporary)

Location: Specialist SEN provision, Sheffield
Contract: Temporary assignment
Rate: Competitive hourly rate via PAYE (no umbrella company deductions, based on experience) + holiday pay

Academics is currently hiring a SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist school in Sheffield on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a patient and committed individual to provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with special educational needs, helping them to access learning and thrive within a nurturing environment.

The Position

You will work alongside class teachers and other support staff to assist pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, SEMH and moderate learning difficulties. The ideal applicant will be calm, resilient and able to build trusting relationships with learners who may present with challenging behaviour.

Main Duties

• Support pupils with SEN on a one-to-one and small group basis
• Assist the class teacher with the delivery of lessons and learning activities
• Help pupils to stay focused, engaged and on task
• Implement behaviour management strategies in line with school policy
• Provide personal care and physical support where required
• Encourage pupils' social, em...