SEN Teaching Assistant, Sheffield in South Yorkshire

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants Needed Across Sheffield - Start ASAP!

Academics Agency is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team in Sheffield's most dynamic specialist schools - and we want YOU.

This isn't just a job. It's your chance to be the reason a child smiles, succeeds, and believes in themselves.

Every day, you'll step into classrooms where your patience, creativity, and heart turn challenges into breakthroughs. From autism to ADHD, communication disorders to complex learning needs - you'll be the steady presence that makes learning possible.

YOUR MISSION (SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT):

⚡ Be their champion - support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, building confidence and core skills.

⚡ Think on your feet - adapt lessons, resources, and approaches to fit each unique learner.

⚡ Turn behaviour into progress - use positive, tailored strategies that build self-esteem and engagement.

⚡ Collaborate like a pro - work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and families to track progress and shape EHCPs.

⚡ Embrace every challenge - from sensory sensitivities to speech delays, you'll meet each child where they are and take them further.

WHO YOU ARE:

✔️ Qualified or experienced - Level 3 TA or equivalent experience in education, childcare, or health settings.

✔️ SEN-savvy - you've supported children with additional needs and know how to adapt, connect, and inspire.

✔️ Calm under pressure - patient, flexible, and solution-focused when things get tricky.

✔️ DBS-ready - Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or happy to get one fast.

✔️ Reference-perfect - two strong professional references ready to go.

WHAT WE GIVE YOU:

💰 £92.56-£110 per day (paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, depending on experience) + holiday pay

📆 Paid weekly - term-time only, temporary Monday-Friday.

📚 Free CPD - sensory processing, positive handling, autism-friendly practice and more.

📍 Flexible placements - across a range of well-regarded Doncaster specialist schools.

🎁 £75 Love2Shop for every friend you refer who joins us.

🤝 Your own dedicated consultant - support from day one, every step of the way.

THE COUNTDOWN TO SEPTEMBER IS ON.

Spaces are filling fast - and we need people who are ready to step up, stand out, and make a lasting impact.

If that's you - don't wait.

Get in touch with Charlotta today:

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Academics - where passion meets purpose, and every child gets the chance to shine.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.