L2 Teaching Assistant (SEND Support)

High Green Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S35 4LU

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  2 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  17 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Term Time Only
• Contract type: Fixed term - 10 months
• Pay scale: SCP5

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a skilled, compassionate and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant to provide support for children with Special Educational Needs (SEND). This is a rewarding opportunity to help pupils access learning, build confidence and develop positive relationships within a nurturing and inclusive school environment.

The successful candidate will:

• Support children to develop positive social interactions, build self-esteem and improve their emotional wellbeing.
• Have experience of working with children who have social, emotional and/or communication needs.
• Demonstrate a calm, consistent and nurturing approach, with effective behaviour management skills.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and external professionals to deliver tailored support programmes.
• Be resilient, reflective and committed to meeting the individual needs of each child.
• Be passionate about promoting inclusion and enabling all children to achieve their full potential.

The following is desirable, but not essential:

• Experience of supporting a child with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD).
• Knowledge and/or experience of trauma-informed approaches and strategies.

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming, friendly and supportive staff team.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A strong commitment to inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and their families.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About High Green Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 196 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: High Green Primary School website
• Email address: aldridged@highgreen.sheffield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01142848264
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/high-green-primary-school

High Green Primary is a small school with a big
heart. We are proud of the strong and mutually
supportive relationships we have with our families,
and the school plays a key role in the life of the local
community. We have a small but well-established
team of caring, dedicated and experienced staff who
share a commitment to secure the best possible
outcomes for each and every one of our children.
Here at High Green we recognise that education is
the development of the whole child, and we aim to
support our young people in becoming skilled,
fulfilled and confident citizens. We prioritise and
value a holistic approach to learning. Through our
broad curriculum we offer a wide range of musical,
sporting and residential opportunities to help our
children achieve future success. Through
imagination and inspiration, challenge and
creativity, our children will become the visionaries
and innovators of tomorrow.
As a ‘Woodland School’ we value outdoor learning
and active breaks, not only to promote our
children’s imagination and creativity but to also
support their mental health and wellbeing. We have
a range of outdoor spaces, all of which play an
integral role in the delivery of our curriculum.
We are looking for a warm, inspirational and
enthusiastic headteacher who will:
• Have the passion and resilience to guide
High Green over the coming years to
support all our children in developing the
skills and knowledge they need for their
successful future
• Collaborate effectively with the governing
body to develop and implement a long-term
strategic vision that drives the school's
growth and success
• Ensure the school continues to support and
promote the safety and wellbeing of both
our children and staff
• Share our commitment to inclusivity;
generate innovative solutions to ensure
equality of opportunities; and celebrate the
contribution of all our children to the
school community
• Recognise and build upon High Green’s
existing achievements, sharing the school’s
investment in outdoor learning and
environmental sustainability
• Quickly establish trust, respect and
credibility with staff, children and parents
alike

Arranging a visit to High Green Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email aldridged@highgreen.sheffield.sch.uk.

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