Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Specialist Setting (Primary & Secondary)
Sheffield | Full-Time | Start ASAP (Notice Period Accepted)
Team Teach Trained Essential

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils who face barriers to learning? Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient TA to join a specialist provision in Sheffield, working with primary and secondary aged pupils who are not currently accessing mainstream education.

This is a highly rewarding role supporting young people with a range of emotional, social and behavioural needs. The school provides a therapeutic, nurturing environment and is looking for someone who can build positive relationships, remain calm under pressure, and contribute to personalised learning plans.

The Role:

  • Full-time Teaching Assistant position in a specialist alternative provision

  • Working with pupils aged 5-16 with SEMH and complex needs

  • Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement in learning

  • Implementing Team Teach strategies to ensure a safe, structured environment

  • Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies

  • Start ASAP - the school can accommodate candidates working a notice period

You Must Have:

  • Team Teach training (essential)

  • Experience working in an alternative provision, PRU, specialist school, or SEMH setting

  • Strong behaviour management skills and a nurturing approach

  • Resilience, empathy, and the ability to build trust with challenging pupils

  • A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Access to free certified CPD, including behaviour management and safeguarding

  • A generous £100 reward for each successful referral

  • A dedicated, specialist consultant supporting you throughout your placement

  • PAYE payroll - no admin fees or umbrella costs

  • Opportunity to secure long-term or permanent roles

  • Market-leading rates of pay based on experience

  • Support with Team Teach training renewal (where applicable)

If you're committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people and meet the above criteria, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your full CV including your qualifications and career history or contact Tradewind Recruitment Sheffield for more information.