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SEND Teaching Assistant

Sheffield                         

(Temporary) – Full time

£420 - £445 per week

Start date:  6TH January 2025 – July 2025 in the first instance

Are you currently working in care, education, social services, or as a support worker? Ready to channel your skills into a rewarding educational role? Apply now! Your experience supporting individuals with diverse needs will make a significant impact on our students’ lives.

The School and Role                    

We are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our specialist school in Sheffield, focusing on supporting Young People with autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties. In this role, you will collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and professionals to create individualised learning plans, fostering a calm and supportive atmosphere that encourages each child to thrive both academically and personally. Strong communication skills are essential for engaging with students and adapting teaching strategies to meet their diverse needs. We value patience, understanding, and a flexible approach to learning, ensuring that each student feels valued and included. Ideal candidates will have significant experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly in autism, ADHD, and PMLD, or a willingness to undergo training in these areas.

This school is committed to providing a nurturing and tailored environment for students aged 11 to 16, encouraging inclusivity and support for their unique needs. We believe in fostering the development and well-being of every child, creating an atmosphere where they can reach their full potential. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and eager to contribute to their growth and success, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.                                                   

Requirements 

The desired Candidate will have:  

Experience working with children with SEND and communication difficulties.
Demonstrated patience and empathy in addressing diverse learning and behavioural challenges.
Relevant qualifications and experience in education or related fields.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration with teachers, parents, and professionals.
What we offer

Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
 Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
Social and networking events.
Pension contributions.
CPD to help with your professional development.
Access to a dedicated consultant.
Access to free courses such as Team Teach.
About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. 

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.  

How to apply 
If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. 

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call Francesca Halit on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

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