Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Sheffield (S5)
Salary: £460 – £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026
Are you a qualified Teaching Assistant with a passion for helping children with additional needs thrive? A welcoming primary school in the S5 area of Sheffield is looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.
About the Role:
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities, helping them access learning and develop confidence both inside and outside the classroom. Working closely with teachers and the SEND team, you will provide tailored support through one-to-one and small group interventions, adapting your approach to meet individual needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys making a genuine difference to children's educational experiences.
About the School:
This inclusive primary school is committed to ensuring every child receives the support they need to achieve their potential. Staff work collaboratively to provide high-quality teaching, strong pastoral care and a welcoming environment where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to succeed. The school follows trauma informed practices to support pupils' wellbeing and learning.
Responsibilities:
Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND.
Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.
Adapt resources and strategies to meet individual learning needs.
Encourage positive behaviour, independence and classroom participation.
Monitor pupil progress and share observations with teaching staff.
Help maintain a safe, supportive and structured learning environment.
Requirements:
Ideally hold a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification.
Previous experience supporting children with SEND within a primary school is desirable.
A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A genuine commitment to helping every child reach their potential.
Knowledge of additional needs such as autism, ADHD or speech and language difficulties is advantageous.
If you are ready to make a positive difference and are interested in this opportunity, submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as a SEND Teaching Assistant, you should:
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Joe Ganley at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly
Salary description
£460.00 - £600.00 per week