SEN Educational Teaching Assistant - Netherton Infant School

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Council is looking for a passionate SEN Educational Teaching Assistant to support a pupil at Netherton Infant School. This role requires dedication to fostering an inclusive environment and providing tailored assistance to meet the child's academic and emotional needs. The position offers a supportive team environment and numerous benefits including pension enrollment and staff development opportunities.

Benefits

Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pensions Fund

Staff development through appraisal and CPD

Free Parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye Care

Rewards and discounts

GP Online and Prescription Service

Lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with children with Special Educational Needs preferred.
• Ability to support emotional and mental health needs.
• Dedication to providing educational support.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support for a child with additional needs.
• Assist in learning activities and interventions.
• Engage in all aspects of school life.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Team Player

Education

Experience with Special Educational Needs

Job description

SEN Educational Teaching Assistant - Netherton Infant School

Organisation Schools

Directorate Primary Schools

Service Area Netherton Infant School

Hours 30 hours 50 minutes per week, term time only, Monday – Friday 8.45am – 3.25pm

Number of Jobs 2

Location(s) Huddersfield and surrounding areas

Position type Temporary

Length of contract Linked to an individually named pupil

Grade Band C

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Netherton Infant School.

Start Date: September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

Are you a passionate, friendly and dedicated when it comes to providing excellent care and educational support to a pupil with additional needs?Do you recognise yourself as having strong communication skills, patience and understanding?Are you a strong team player who can help to secure outstanding outcomes for all pupils in a safe, vibrant, and happy school? If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

What we’re looking for

Someone to/with:

• Provide dedicated support for a child with additional needs who requires individual assistance to access learning, as well as being able to nurture the child’s social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Previous experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs would be an advantage, as would knowledge/experience of Safer Handling and Team Teach.
• Be responsible for some learning activities within the overall teaching plan to enable access to learning.
• Carry out interventions within or outside of the classroom.
• Be actively involved in all aspects of school life and a real team player
• Provide the energy, stamina and commitment to make a difference and create the best possible educational opportunities for the young people at Netherton Infant and Nursery School.

What you’ll get in return?

You’ll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – with numerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!

In addition to this you will benefit from:

• Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pensions Fund
• A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team
• Staff development through appraisal and CPD
• Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students
• Free Parking
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye Care
• Rewards and discounts
• GP Online and Prescription Service
• Lifestyle benefits (discount platform)

If our school sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference, then we’d love to hear from you.

A tour of the school will be available on the mornings of Friday 6th June and Wednesday 11th June, please contact the office on 01484 661832 to confirm your attendance.

HOW TO APPLY

Could we be a good fit for each other? If you’d like a chat about the role, ahead of making a formal application, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Please contact our office via [e-mail]

If you’re ready to apply, please complete our online application fully by clickinghere before the deadline.

SAFER RECRUITMENT

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

Closing Date: Monday 16th June 2025 at 9am