Entry Level Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals for the role of Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant. This rewarding position involves supporting students with various learning difficulties, autism, and emotional challenges. You will work closely with educators to create a nurturing environment for children aged 5-16, providing both academic and emotional support. Whether you have prior experience or are looking to start your career in education, this opportunity offers a pathway to make a meaningful difference in young lives. Join a dedicated team and help foster a love for learning in every child.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs is preferred.
• Teaching assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to children with SEMH and SEN.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Assist teachers and support students in small groups.

Skills

Experience with children

Support for SEN

Communication skills

Education

Teaching assistant qualification

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Entry Level Teaching Assistant, Wakefield

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Wakefield, United Kingdom

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Education

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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Job Description:

Prospero Teaching is seeking individuals interested in a career as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant. Prior experience working with children or supporting adults with additional needs is preferred, but candidates with no experience who have a strong desire to start are also encouraged to apply.

We work closely with schools supporting students with moderate and complex learning difficulties, autism, speech & language difficulties, and social, emotional & mental health challenges.

Teaching assistants will support students aged 5-16 throughout their academic day, either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.

The role involves:

• Providing tailored support to children with SEMH and SEN
• Creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment
• Academic support on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Assisting teachers

The ideal candidate:

• Teaching assistant qualification is desirable but not essential
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, either voluntarily or professionally
• Experience working with children in youth settings, scouts, guides, sports coaching, etc.

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract: Temporary with potential for permanent roles

Minimum Daily Rate: GBP 85

Hours: Term-time only, Monday to Friday

Start Date: ASAP

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To be eligible, candidates must:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced child DBS certificate registered with the update service or be willing to obtain one
• Provide two professional child-related references from the past two years