SEND Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education · Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

Location

Sheffield

Job Type

Full-time

Posted

June 04, 2026

Job Description

 Who You’ll Work With
We’re supporting a brilliant mix of SEND schools across Sheffield and surrounding areas—from Rotherham to Don Valley and parts of Barnsley. These schools are doing amazing work with pupils who have autism, SEMH, PMLD and complex needs—and they’re looking for kind, capable Teaching Assistants to join their team.

 Your Role Could Include

Supporting children 1:1 or in small groups
Helping with communication tools and sensory regulation
Creating calm, structured learning environments
Working alongside SENCOs, therapists, and families
Using (or training in) trauma-informed and de-escalation strategies
 What We’re Looking For

Experience working in SEND settings—or a real passion to get started
A calm, confident presence with strong communication skills
Someone proactive, patient and always ready to help
Thrive trained? Brilliant. Not yet? We’ll h...
        

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