Location
Sheffield
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Temporary | Full Time
Job start date
02/02/2026
Posted date
29/01/2026
Closing date
19/02/2026
Supply SEN Teaching Assistant - Sheffield
Are you an experienced Supply SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible supply work within specialist SEN schools across Sheffield?
Academics are supporting a number of welcoming SEN and SEMH settings who are seeking reliable and skilled Teaching Assistants to support pupils with complex learning, emotional and behavioural needs.
Position: Supply SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply
Pay: £88.94 - £100 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella fees)
Start Date: ASAP or a start date that suits you
About the Role
Working as a Supply SEN Teaching Assistant in specialist SEN schools, you will support pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and communication needs. You will help pupils engage with learning, manage emotions and behaviour, and achieve personalised outcomes within a structured and supportive school environment.
These roles suit adaptable, confident individuals who enjoy SEN supply work and value flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver 1:1 and small group SEN support
* Assist pupils with emotional regulation and learning engagement
* Implement behaviour support and care plans
* Support classroom routines and structured learning
* Work collaboratively with teaching and pastoral teams
* Promote safeguarding and wellbeing
* Maintain a calm and consistent presence
Candidate Requirements
* SEN or SEMH experience (essential)
* Knowledge of additional needs (SEMH, ASD, ADHD, communication needs)
* Confident supporting challenging behaviour
* Patient, resilient and reliable
* Enhanced Child and Adult DBS (or willingness to apply)
* CACHE/NVQ Level 2 or 3 desirable
* Team Teach or behaviour training beneficial
What Academics Offer
* Ongoing Supply SEN Teaching Assistant roles across Sheffield
* PAYE pay between £88.94 - £100 per day
* Supportive specialist SEN school placements
* Ongoing consultant support
We also offer:
* Flexibility - choose your working days and settings
* Immediate or future start dates
* Temp-to-perm opportunities
* Additional placement support
* Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £125 in Love2Shop vouchers
If you're a Supply SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible, meaningful work in Sheffield SEN schools, apply today with Academics.