SEN Teaching Assistant - Sheffield

About Your Education Professionals

Your Education Professionals was created by an education Trust, by schools for schools. 

Operated by Nexus Services Group our purpose is simple: to provide high quality staffing to schools, in a way that, strengthens education, delivers value for money and supports the children and communities we all serve. We invest in our staff because the strength of our service begins with the individuals who support children every day. 

Become a Flexible SEN Teaching Assistant

Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs?

Your Education Professionals are looking for dedicated, flexible Teaching Assistants to support our Sheffield based academies. 

This role offers a brilliant chance to work across a range of specialist settings - from early years to further education - while choosing shifts that suit your lifestyle. Whether you're after occasional work or something more regular, we can offer opportunities that fit around you. 

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with a range of needs (including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, and Speech & Language needs)

Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities

Help pupils to develop confidence, independence, and social skills

Implement behaviour support strategies and promote positive learning

Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff and parents

Contribute to an inclusive and engaging classroom environment

Ideal candidates will be: 

Caring, patient, and committed to supporting young people 

Adaptable, confident working in different school environments and age ranges 

Interested in or willing to learn about SEND 

Holders of a Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (preferred but not essential) 

Experience in alternative provision, care settings or supporting those with additional needs is highly beneficial. 

What We Offer:

Flexible working – choose when and where you work 

Local placements – we aim to keep your commute short 

Priority access to shifts

Quicker access to perm roles

Competitive pay rates

Family-friendly hours 

Pension Scheme 

Free CPD opportunities

How to Apply

If you’re ready to step into education with Your Education Professionals contact our team at View email address on findajob.dwp.gov.uk

Further information

Your Education Professionals are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

This post involves working with children and young people. If successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level and a barred list check.