Urgent Hiring: SEN School Teaching Assistants - Sheffield
| Posting date: | 21 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 December 2025 |
| Location: | Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2JA |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4746563_1763714505 |
Summary
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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