SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join a vibrant and inclusive special school in Sheffield that supports pupils aged 11–19 with a wide range of complex needs.

This school provides a nurturing and structured environment for students with:

• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Sensory impairments (VI/HI)

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students in accessing a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to their individual needs.
• Work closely with teachers and therapists to implement personalised learning plans.
• Assist with personal care and mobility needs, including Moving & Handling (training provided if needed).
• Foster a safe, engaging, and respectful learning environment.

We welcome applicants with:

• Experience working in SEN settings or with children/young people with additional needs.
• A calm, caring, and patient nature.
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic school environment.
• Knowledge of strategies for supporting students with autism, communication difficulties, and sensory needs.
• Training in Team Teach or Moving & Handling is highly desirable but not essential.

Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time, or flexible hours, we have opportunities to suit your availability.