Long-Term SEND Teaching Assistant — Transform Learning

The Supply Register; Hipperholme; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD

Weekly PAYE payments

Job summary

The Supply Register, in partnership with Lightcliffe Academy, invites applications for SEND Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs on a long-term basis at Lightcliffe Academy in Halifax. Opportunities available immediately and from September 2026.

Join a caring, inclusive school environment where you’ll work closely with teachers to deliver targeted interventions, support learners’ social and academic development, and help students access learning with confidence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational or SEND setting.
• A passion for supporting students with additional learning needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
• The ability to build strong relationships and inspire confidence in young people.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEND both in and out of the classroom.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver tailored learning and intervention activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help students achieve learning goals.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage student engagement.
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Support students with social, emotional, and academic development.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Proactive

Job description

The Supply Register, in partnership with Lightcliffe Academy, invites applications for SEND Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs on a long-term basis at Lightcliffe Academy in Halifax. Opportunities available immediately and from September 2026.

Join a caring, inclusive school environment where you’ll work closely with teachers to deliver targeted interventions, support learners’ social and academic development, and help students access learning with confidence.