Sen Teaching Assistant

Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Position Type: Full-Time | Long-Term

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in Sheffield. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide tailored support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a positive impact on their educational journey.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
Assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning programmes.
Support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language difficulties, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs.
Promote pupils' independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff and SENCOs.
Support positive behaviour management strategies and help maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

Requirements

Previous experience working with children with SEN is desirable.
Understanding of a range of special educational needs and effective support strategies.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A patient, caring, and empathetic approach.
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

A supportive and welcoming school environment.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Support from experienced SEN professionals and leadership staff.
Opportunities for career progression within education and SEND support.
A collaborative and inclusive team culture.
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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