Level 3 CACHE SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Level 3 CACHE SEN Teaching Assistant - Sheffield

Do you hold a Level 3 CACHE qualification and want to make a difference as a Level 3 CACHE SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist school in Sheffield?

Academics is recruiting a Level 3 CACHE SEN Teaching Assistant for temporary, ongoing opportunities across specialist SEN schools in Sheffield. This role is ideal for a qualified, caring and committed individual who wants to support children and young people with additional needs in a specialist educational environment.

Position: Level 3 CACHE SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply
Pay: £92.56 - £110 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP or a date that suits you

About the Role

As a Level 3 CACHE SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield, you will work alongside teaching staff to support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing. Pupils may have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, communication difficulties or complex learning needs. You will help create a supportive environment where pupils can develop skills, build confidence and access learning in a way that meets their individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

Delivering individual and small-group support in line with pupils' needs

Encouraging communication, social interaction and independence

Supporting pupils with learning activities and daily routines

Helping manage behaviour and emotional regulation using consistent approaches

Working with teachers and support staff to maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment

Candidate Requirements

A Level 3 CACHE Teaching Assistant qualification is essential

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ideally in a specialist school

A patient, empathetic and flexible approach

Confidence adapting support to different communication, learning and behavioural needs

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What Academics Offer

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Sheffield

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English