Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistant

The Supply Register; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 15,243 - 18,291; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Career progression

Supportive environment

Impactful work

Job summary

IPMAT is recruiting Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEN, SEMH and behavioural or learning barriers across our Wakefield primary schools. You will help pupils access learning, develop positive behaviour strategies, and build confidence within a nurturing school environment.

Ideal candidates are patient, calm and team-oriented, with experience working with children and a willingness to understand SEN and behaviour support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (school experience preferred).
• Understand, or be willing to develop understanding of, SEN and behaviour support.
• Calm, patient and consistent in approach.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in the classroom and in small groups.
• Assisting with learning activities under the direction of the class teacher.
• Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional and social development.
• Helping to implement individual education plans (IEPs).
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

SEN understanding

Classroom support

Team player

Calm demeanor

Job description

Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield

Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT)

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Contract: Day to Day, Long Term, Short Term, Temp to Perm / Term-time only (various hours available)

Salary: 82.62 - 99.14

Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT) is seeking enthusiastic, caring and resilient Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team across our family of primary schools.

You will support pupils who may have special educational needs (SEN), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and behavioural or learning barriers. Your role will be to help pupils access learning, develop positive behaviour strategies, and build confidence and independence within a supportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in the classroom and in small groups
• Assisting with learning activities under the direction of the class teacher
• Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional and social development
• Helping to implement individual education plans (IEPs)
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils and staff

Person Specification

• Have experience working with children or young people (school experience preferred)
• Understand, or are willing to develop understanding of, SEN and behaviour support
• Are calm, patient and consistent in their approach
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Have a committed and professional attitude

Our IPMAT Primary Schools (Wakefield Trust)

You may be based in one or more of the following schools:

• Ackton Pastures Primary Academy
• Ash Grove Primary Academy
• Fitzwilliam Primary School
• Gawthorpe Community Academy
• Girnhill Infant School
• Grove Lea Primary School
• Half Acres Primary Academy
• South Hiendley Primary School
• Towngate Primary Academy

These schools form a collaborative group of nine primary academies across the Wakefield area, working together to improve outcomes for children.

What We Offer

• Supportive and inclusive working environments
• Strong SEN and pastoral support systems
• Access to training and professional development
• Opportunities for career progression within the Trust
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s education