1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield)

Company: Academics
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Location: Sheffield
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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.

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Posted: July 26th, 2026