Educational Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Stafflex Education Recruitment Limited; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE pay (£15.60/hr)

Flexible day-to-day & long-term work

Holiday pay transparency

Stafflex Hub access

Local Huddersfield/Kirklees placements

Established family-run agency since 20

Job summary

Stafflex Education is seeking experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Huddersfield and Kirklees. We welcome 1:1 and small-group roles in special schools, mainstream with SEND units, and alternative provisions.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on SEND experience, a nurturing approach, and strong teamwork. DBS checks are required; enhanced DBS via Update Service is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEND pupils in schools or equivalent settings.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach with strong relationships.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with SEMH or challenging behaviours desirable.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with diverse needs.
• Support classroom learning, communication, and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and support teams.
• Encourage social skills, confidence and independence.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and respond calmly to challenges.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment for all pupils.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience and resilience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Behaviour support experience

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant

Team Teach

Makaton training

Job description

Experienced SEND Teaching Assistants Wanted - Huddersfield & Kirklees

Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity?

Stafflex Education is always looking to connect with experienced, passionate and dedicated SEND professionals to support pupils across special schools, alternative provisions and mainstream schools with SEND units throughout Huddersfield and Kirklees.

Whether you're looking for flexible day-to-day work or a longer-term placement, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning, develop their independence and reach their full potential.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD and PMLD.
• Supporting classroom learning, communication, sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams to meet individual learning needs.
• Encouraging pupils to develop their social skills, confidence and independence.
• Implementing positive behaviour support strategies and responding calmly to challenging situations.
• Creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment where every pupil has the opportunity to thrive.

What We're Looking For

We're particularly keen to hear from candidates with previous hands-on experience supporting children or young people with SEND who can confidently adapt to the needs of different pupils and settings.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Proven experience working with SEND pupils in a school, specialist provision, care setting or similar environment.
• A patient, resilient and nurturing approach, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work as part of a wider team.
• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs, SEMH or behaviours that challenge (particularly desirable).
• Relevant qualifications or training, such as CACHE, Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Team Teach or Makaton (desirable).
• A willingness to support with personal care where required by the role.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Stafflex Education.

Why Work with Stafflex Education

• £15.60 per hour - competitive pay through PAYE, with no umbrella company fees.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability and preferences.
• Day-to-day and longer-term placements to match your experience and career goals.
• Holiday pay calculated separately for transparency.
• Stafflex Hub access to help manage your schedule and access training.
• Local opportunities with schools and specialist provisions across Huddersfield and Kirklees.
• Join a trusted, family-run agency that has been supporting education since 2000.

Your Experience Can Make a Difference

If you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping children and young people succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

We're always looking to expand our network of talented SEND professionals, so even if you're not actively looking for a new role right now, we'd still love to see your application.

Stafflex Education is an equal opportunities employer and a trusted education recruitment agency. All candidates will be subject to full compliance checks, including enhanced DBS checks and reference verification. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people