Compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary, LS27

Justteachers Ltd; Gildersome; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Leeds is recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the LS27 area. The role is full-time and starts September 2026, offering a competitive daily rate of £95–£105, dependent on experience.

You will work closely with pupils with additional needs, supporting access to learning, building confidence and helping pupils to achieve their individual targets within a nurturing and structured classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school setting.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach to learning and behaviour support.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Confidence supporting pupils with ASD, SEMH and learning difficulties.
• Genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons and resources to meet individual learning requirements.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning.
• Implement targeted interventions and personalised support strategies.
• Work closely with teaching staff, the SENCO, and external professionals where required.

Skills

SEND experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

Justteachers Ltd in Leeds is recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the LS27 area. The role is full-time and starts September 2026, offering a competitive daily rate of £95–£105, dependent on experience.

You will work closely with pupils with additional needs, supporting access to learning, building confidence and helping pupils to achieve their individual targets within a nurturing and structured classroom environment.