SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex & High Needs in Sheffield

SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex & High Needs in Sheffield

Sheffield Full-Time 22095 - 27005 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Tradewind Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support pupils with complex needs, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance.
  • Company: Join a specialist SEN school in Sheffield dedicated to making a difference.
  • Benefits: Earn £95-£120 per day, enjoy term-time hours, and receive ongoing support.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the lives of children with additional needs.
  • Qualifications: Experience in SEN, challenging behaviour, or care roles is preferred.

The predicted salary is between 22095 - 27005 £ per year.

Tradewind Recruitment are working with a specialist SEN school in Sheffield who are looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. The school supports pupils with a wide range of complex needs, and the successful candidate will play an important role in providing consistent, individualised support throughout the school day.

This is a role for someone who understands that working within a specialist SEN environment can be challenging. Pupils may display behaviours of concern, including aggression, alongside communication difficulties, emotional regulation needs and complex physical or learning needs. You will need to be confident managing challenging situations while remaining calm, patient and supportive.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex SEN
  • Helping pupils engage with learning and develop their independence
  • Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
  • Building trusting and consistent relationships with pupils
  • Responding appropriately to challenging or distressed behaviour
  • Working alongside teachers, support staff and other professionals
  • Following individual education, behaviour and support plans
  • Creating a safe, structured and positive environment for pupils

The Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in hearing from people with experience in:

  • Specialist SEN or complex needs settings
  • Challenging behaviour or behavioural support
  • Residential or supported living environments
  • Healthcare or care-based roles
  • Youth work or similar support positions

Above all, you will need to be resilient, patient and genuinely committed to working with children and young people with additional needs. You should be comfortable working in an environment where no two days are necessarily the same and where some situations can be physically and emotionally demanding.

What We Offer

  • £95-£120 per day, dependent on experience
  • Full-time, term-time working
  • The opportunity to work within a specialist SEN setting
  • Ongoing support from your dedicated SEN Consultant
  • The opportunity to develop further experience within complex SEN

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker or similar professional looking for a rewarding opportunity within specialist SEN, we would love to hear from you. Please send your updated CV to: Oliver Blyth - SEN Consultant Tradewind Recruitment

SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex & High Needs in Sheffield employer: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is an excellent employer for those passionate about early childhood education, offering a supportive work culture in Northampton. With competitive pay and opportunities for permanent positions, employees can thrive in a nurturing environment that prioritises professional growth and development. Join a dedicated team where your contributions to children's learning and development are truly valued.

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We think you need these skills to ace SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex & High Needs in Sheffield

Experience in Specialist SEN or complex needs settings
Behavioural support skills
Ability to manage challenging behaviour
Emotional regulation support
Building trusting relationships with pupils
1:1 and small-group support
Collaboration with teachers and support staff