Teaching Assistant – Sheffield

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Job Branch & Location

South Yorkshire - Sheffield

Job Setting & Role

Secondary & FE - Support
Supply
£95 - £110 PER DAY DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a committed SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in the Sheffield area on a long-term basis in September 2026.

The school places a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing and behaviour support, providing a structured and nurturing environment to help pupils with SEMH or SEMH needs re‑engage with learning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH needs on a one‑to‑one or small‑group basis
  • Assisting with behaviour management and promoting positive emotional regulation
  • Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support pupils’ progress and wellbeing

Pre-requisites:

  • Relevant experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in an SEND or SEMH support role
  • Experience supporting children or young people with SEND or SEMH
  • A good understanding of behaviour management and de‑escalation strategies
  • Two education or school‑based references

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the form below.

Job Reference: JT25AV158776

PLEASE APPLY BELOW, OR CALL US NOW ON 0113 367 0991

Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.

Justteachers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the schools we support. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair and conducted on the basis of merit, qualifications and abilities, against objective criteria. Policies ensure fair treatment, encourage diverse representation, support flexible working, and foster an inclusive environment free from harassment, with compliance often mandated by employment legislation. There shall be no discrimination against candidates because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

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