SEND Teaching Assistant – Sheffield (S5)
Salary: £17,500 – £19,500 pro rata
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Setting: Primary School
Make a real difference.
We’re looking for a caring, confident SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the heart of Sheffield (S5). The school is known for its inclusive ethos and warm, community feel — the kind of place where staff and pupils genuinely look out for one another.
You’ll be supporting children with Autism, helping them engage with learning, build confidence, and navigate the school day successfully. Patience, positivity, and good humour go a long way here — and if you’ve already worked with young people with Autism, you’ll know how rewarding those small wins can be.
Your day-to-day might include:
- Working 1:1 or in small groups to support pupils with ASD.
- Helping teachers adapt lessons to suit individual learning styles.
- Supporting emotional regulation and social interaction.
- Celebrating progress — however small — every single day.
We’d love to hear from you if:
- You have experience working with children or young people with Autism (in schools, youth work, or care settings).
- You’re calm under pressure, adaptable, and genuinely enjoy helping children thrive.
- You can commit to a full-time role in a supportive, friendly team.
Why join Protocol Education?
When you work with us, you’re part of a team that genuinely values you. Here’s what you’ll get:
Weekly pay through PAYE — no umbrella companies
FREE access to our online CPD Academy
Dedicated consultant support — we’ll be with you every step of the way
Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
Streamlined registration and fast local placements
Referral rewards when you recommend friends
Ready to get started?
If you’re passionate about helping children with Autism reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and let’s find you a role where your work really matters.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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