Location
Sheffield
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Temporary | Full Time
Job start date
27/07/2026
Posted date
23/07/2026
Closing date
13/08/2026
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Sheffield
Are you an experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant looking to support pupils within mainstream primary schools across Sheffield?
Academics, an established Education Agency, are acting as an agency and are recruiting a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work on a temporary, ongoing supply basis within welcoming mainstream primary schools throughout Sheffield.
This 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity involves supporting individual pupils with additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication difficulties, helping them to access learning successfully within mainstream classrooms.
Position: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply
Pay: £92.56 - £100 per day (paid via PAYE, no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay, dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available)
Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you
About the Role
Working as a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield, you will provide dedicated support to individual pupils, helping them engage with learning, develop confidence and achieve their EHCP targets.
The 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role in Sheffield is ideal for candidates who are patient, resilient and passionate about inclusive education within mainstream primary schools.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated 1:1 classroom support
* Implement EHCP targets and support plans
* Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
* Support communication and social development
* Work closely with teachers and SENCOs
* Follow safeguarding procedures
Candidate Requirements
* Experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH or other SEN
* Knowledge of mainstream SEN support
* Patient and nurturing approach
* Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
What Academics Offer
* Flexible 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities throughout Sheffield
* Competitive daily rates
* Opportunities within welcoming mainstream primary schools
* Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
* Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
We also offer:
* Flexibility - we offer all of our candidates the opportunity to choose the days and where they work, allowing them to commit fully to their life outside of the classroom.
* ASAP start, or a start date that works for you.
* Additional support from our dedicated staff throughout all of your placements.
* Temp to perm contracts (if you are looking for a permanent role).
* Refer a friend scheme that allows you to earn up to £75 of Love2Shop vouchers for every education professional you refer to us.
If you are searching for your next 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Sheffield, we'd love to hear from you.