Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant - Severe & Complex Needs

Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant - Severe & Complex Needs

Tradewind Recruitment - Sheffield

Location: Sheffield

Pay: £100-£125 per day, depending on experience

Contract: Full-time Term Time Only

The Role

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with severe SEN
• Supporting pupils with their learning, communication and development
• Providing a calm, nurturing and reassuring presence throughout the school day
• Helping pupils regulate their emotions and manage behaviours of concern
• Supporting pupils to develop independence and confidence
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Following individual support, behaviour and education plans
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and wider specialist staff
• Creating positive relationships with pupils and celebrating their progress

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Previous experience working with children or young people with severe, profound or complex SEN
• Experience within a specialist SEN school, care setting or similar environment
• A naturally nurturing, patient and caring approach
• The ability to remain calm and consistent when faced with challenging situations
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• The resilience required to work with pupils who may require very high levels of support
• Experience supporting children with complex autism, SLD, PMLD, communication difficulties or challenging behaviour would be highly desirable

Why This Role?

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who wants to make a genuine difference to children with significant additional needs. You will become an important part of a specialist team, helping pupils access education, develop their independence and achieve personal milestones that can make a huge difference to their everyday lives.

What We Offer

• £100-£125 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, term-time working
• Opportunity to work within a specialist SEN setting
• Ongoing support from your dedicated SEN Consultant
• Opportunities to build further experience within complex and severe SEN
• A rewarding role where your support can have a genuine impact