Secondary SEND Teaching Assistant — Flexible, Long-Term Roles

Stafflex; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Holiday pay

Flexible placements

Local school placements

Job summary

Stafflex Education is seeking experienced Secondary SEND Teaching Assistants to support schools across Kirklees and Calderdale, with flexible day-to-day work or longer-term placements starting November 2026. You'll help students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and reach their potential, working closely with teachers and SENDCOs in welcoming classrooms.

Stafflex Education offers weekly PAYE, holiday pay, local placements and dedicated education consultants to support your ongoing

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting secondary-aged students with SEND or SEMH needs.
• Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assistance or equivalent.
• Enhanced DBS (Update Service) or willingness to apply for one.
• Two satisfactory professional references.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to students with additional needs, including autism (ASD), ADHD and SEMH.
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities, lesson delivery and differentiated learning.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
• Creating a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Working closely with teachers and SENDCOs to support students' individual learning and emotional needs.

Skills

Strong communication

Behaviour management

Empathy

Education

Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assistance

Job description

Stafflex Education is seeking experienced Secondary SEND Teaching Assistants to support schools across Kirklees and Calderdale, with flexible day-to-day work or longer-term placements starting November 2026. You'll help students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and reach their potential, working closely with teachers and SENDCOs in welcoming classrooms.

Stafflex Education offers weekly PAYE, holiday pay, local placements and dedicated education consultants to support your ongoing