Learning Support Assistants Wanted - Secondary Schools Leeds

Aspire People; Morley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency in the UK is seeking an experienced SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for students with various special educational needs across Leeds. The role requires a UK Bachelor's degree related to SEN and strong behaviour management skills. Offering flexible working options and competitive pay, this role is essential for empowering vulnerable young people in their educational journeys.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with SEN in the UK (essential).
• Ability to provide two years of references.
• A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to pay for one).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for students with a range of special educational needs.
• Assist in implementing EHCPs and individual behaviour management strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to create a nurturing environment.

Skills

Strong behaviour management skills

Experience working with children with SEN

Patience

Resilience

Passion for supporting vulnerable young people

Education

UK Bachelor's degree related to SEN like Psychology

Job description

Overview

SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support) - Leeds

Location: Primary/Secondary Schools across Leeds

Job Type: Long-term

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting students 1:1 in schools across Leeds? Aspire People are currently recruiting for high-demand SEN 1:1 TA positions within alternative provisions, pupil referral units (PRUs), and mainstream schools for September 2025.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for students with a range of special educational needs (SEN), including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and other learning difficulties.
• Work within alternative provisions, PRUs, and mainstream schools, supporting students with challenging behaviour.
• Assist in implementing EHCPs and individual behaviour management strategies.
• Build positive relationships to support students' academic and personal development.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to create a nurturing learning environment.

Requirements

• UK Bachelors degree related to SEN like Psychology
• Previous experience working with children with SEN in the UK (essential).
• Strong behaviour management skills - experience dealing with challenging behaviour is a must.
• Patience, resilience, and a passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
• A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service. (or willing to pay for one)
• Ability to provide two years of references.

What We Offer

• Flexible working options
• Opportunities to work in diverse educational settings across Leeds.
• Competitive pay and ongoing professional development.
• A dedicated consultant to support you in finding the right role.

If you have the experience and dedication to support students with SEN, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to join our team.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.