1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Leeds

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and dedicated teaching assistant to support a young pupil with special educational needs. This rewarding role involves integrating the child into the classroom, facilitating their learning, and ensuring their safety. The ideal candidate will have experience working with SEN, a calm demeanor, and a genuine passion for education. Join a supportive team focused on making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners, with opportunities for professional development and growth.

Benefits

Exceptional CPD opportunities

Exclusive roles with multi-academy trusts

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people diagnosed with SEN.
• Ability to commit to long-term sessions.

Responsibilities

• Support the child within a classroom environment.
• Liaise with the class teacher regarding the child's care.
• Monitor and support the child's safety.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Understanding of ASD

Calm demeanor

Passion for education

Job description

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Leeds, United Kingdom

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Education

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Hays Recruitment are proud to be supporting a community-based primary school in their search for a 1:1 SEN teaching assistant for a pupil recently awarded an EHCP.

Why Hays? Our close-knit team has over 40 years of combined experience within recruitment, with all of us having personal experience of the education sector. Having worked with a variety of schools and multi-academy trusts across the South Yorkshire region, we provide schools and candidates with the perfect match on a regular basis, adhering to the highest standards within the industry.

We pride ourselves on being your local team with extensive knowledge of the area. But we also have the national support of the Hays brand, meaning we can provide you with exceptional CPD, exclusive roles with multi-academy trusts, and other benefits like our portal and shopping discounts.

We truly believe in our staff and aim to provide the most positive and engaging experience from initial registration, with ongoing support from your friendly and personable consultant.

Your new role

This position is for an experienced teaching assistant who has worked with additional needs in a previous role. You will be instrumental in integrating the young person into the classroom environment, facilitating and encouraging their participation at a level suitable to their abilities. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the child within a classroom environment
• Supervising at playtimes and within the classroom
• Identifying triggers for the student to mitigate difficult situations
• Liaising with the class teacher and other professionals regarding the child's care
• Providing feedback to parents/carers on the child's progress
• Recording and monitoring achievements
• Building a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil
• Monitoring and supporting the child's safety, ensuring they do not access unsafe areas or items
• Helping the child with self-care tasks
• Implementing strategies to manage impulsive behaviors and sensory needs
• Working closely with the school’s SENCO and staff to create a supportive learning environment

What you'll need to succeed

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in a young person's life. As this child has specific needs, we require a candidate who:

• Has experience working with young people diagnosed with SEN
• Displays a calm and rational demeanor
• Has an understanding of ASD and similar conditions
• Can commit to long-term sessions
• Has a DBS on the update service or is willing to apply for one
• Demonstrates a high level of passion for education and supporting young people