Urgent Hiring: SEN School Teaching Assistants – Sheffield

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  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Sheffield
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Sen
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    Competitive

Urgent Hiring: SEN Teaching Assistants – Sheffield | Hays Education

Are you passionate about supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)?


Hays Education is urgently recruiting experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work across a range of specialist SEN schools in Sheffield.

✅ Why Work with Hays Education?
  • Immediate Start Available – We need SEN Teaching Assistants now!
  • Specialist SEN Settings – Gain valuable experience in dedicated SEN schools
  • Career Support – Ongoing training, CV consultations, and professional development
  • Flexible Work Options – Choose from temporary, long-term, or permanent roles
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for students with a variety of SEN needs (e.g., autism, ADHD, complex learning difficulties).
  • Assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
  • Support teachers with behaviour management and sensory regulation strategies.
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
  • Collaborate with SEN professionals, including speech therapists and occupational therapists.
  • Track and report on student progress and development.
Requirements:
  • Essential: Experience working with children, ideally in an SEN setting.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A proactive, adaptable, and compassionate approach.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive pay: Up to £120/day + holiday pay (PAYE or Umbrella)
  • Access to the Hays Education App – manage timesheets, training, and benefits
  • £250 referral bonus for recommending a friend
  • Guaranteed pay scheme for regular income
  • Free CV consultation and career advice from a dedicated education consultant
Apply Now:

If you're ready to make a difference in Sheffield SEN schools, click ‘Apply Now’ to upload your CV and get started. Not the right fit? Contact us for a confidential discussion about other SEN education roles in South Yorkshire.

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Talk to Richard Mapley, the specialist consultant managing this position

Located in Sheffield, Floor 2, Fountain Precinct, Balm GreenTelephone 01142721470
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