Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) Location: Sheffield – S11 Pay Rate: £95 – £120 per day (depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time Are you a caring and supportive individual passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? GSL Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a school in Sheffield (S11). This role provides an exciting opportunity to support pupils with additional learning needs, ensuring they have the right guidance and encouragement to succeed academically and personally. Role Overview: As an SEN TA, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support, providing one-to-one and small group assistance. You will help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where pupils feel valued and supported in their learning journey. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide tailored support to pupils with a variety of SEN needs. Assist in delivering individualised learning plans. Promote pupils’ independence, confidence, and social skills. Support teachers in maintaining an inclusive classroom environment. Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and parents. Uphold high standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare. Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant: Experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting pupils with additional needs. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply). A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps. What GSL Education offers: Competitive daily pay rates. Flexible placements within SEN and mainstream schools. Opportunities for professional development and training. Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant throughout your placement. 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. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. To apply for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch shortly.