Teaching Assistant - SEND

Location: Sheffield
Role: SEND Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Support
Vacancies: 2 positions available
Contract: Permanent - initially paid through Tradewind Recruitment before transferring to a direct contract with the school
Start Date: ASAP

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for two experienced Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEND school in Sheffield, providing dedicated 1:1 support to pupils from Year 3 through to Year 11.

These are permanent opportunities within a specialist setting, offering the chance to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with complex additional needs.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils, helping them to access their education, manage their individual needs and develop their confidence and independence.

The pupils you will be supporting have a range of complex needs, which may include:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• ADHD
• Social, emotional and mental health needs
• Behavioural difficulties
• Communication and interaction needs
• Complex learning needs

You will work closely with teachers and the wider school team to provide consistent, individualised support both in the classroom and across the wider school environment.

The role will involve supporting pupils with their learning, behaviour, emotional well being and social development, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or similar role.
• Strong experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with behavioural, social and emotional needs.
• Experience working with pupils with ASD and/or ADHD.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach.
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Confidence supporting challenging behaviour and maintaining clear boundaries.
• The resilience and understanding required to work within a complex SEND environment.
• The ability to work effectively alongside teachers and other professionals.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Team Teach training would be beneficial but is not essential.

There are two permanent positions available at the school.

Successful candidates will initially be employed and paid through Tradewind Recruitment, with the opportunity to transfer onto a direct permanent contract with the school following the initial period.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced SEND professionals looking for a long-term role where they can build strong relationships with pupils and become an integral part of a specialist school team.

Tradewind Recruitment are a market leader in education recruitment, specialising in placing high-quality education professionals into schools across Sheffield and South Yorkshire.

As a Tradewind candidate, you will benefit from:

• Excellent rates of pay
• PAYE payroll - no umbrella companies or hidden deductions.
• Access to our Guaranteed Pay Scheme for eligible candidates.
• Free CPD and professional development through The National College.
• Access to hundreds of online training courses.
• Specialist support from experienced education consultants.
• A dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
• Access to exclusive education vacancies.
• Regular support and communication from our team.
• Online registration and timesheet systems.
• A £100 referral bonus for successfully recommending a friend or colleague.
• Support with DBS and safeguarding requirements.
• Opportunities to gain experience across a range of schools and specialist settings.
• Access to long-term, permanent and temp-to-perm opportunities.
• Ongoing career support from a team that understands the education sector.

If you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a permanent opportunity and are passionate about supporting children and young people with complex needs, we would love to hear from you.

With two positions available, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist school and make a genuine difference through high-quality 1:1 support.

Apply today to register with Tradewind Recruitment and take the next step in your SEND career.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.