SEN Support Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking confident SEN Support Assistants for a specialist school in Bradford. You will support pupils with complex needs across EYFS to Year 6, delivering personal care, emotional regulation support, and structured routines to keep pupils engaged and safe.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of PECS/Makaton and experience with ASD/ADHD/SEMH. A Level 2/3 TA qualification is preferred. DBS and safeguarding checks apply and you must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PECS, Makaton or other communication systems.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH or physical needs.
• TA Level 2/3 qualification or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 and group support for pupils with complex learning, sensory, physical, or communication needs
• Provide personal care confidently and sensitively (toileting, changing, hygiene routines)
• Support pupils who may be non-verbal, using visual aids, communication tools, or alternative communication methods
• Work across EYFS-Y6, adapting your approach to suit different developmental stages
• Follow personalised learning plans and behaviour strategies set by teachers and the SENCO
• Create a calm, structured environment that promotes safety, independence, and positive behaviour
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who rely on consistency and reassurance

Skills

PECS/Makaton

Complex needs

Education

TA Level 2/3

Job description

SEN Support Assistant - Complex Needs (Bradford)

Location: Bradford

Contract: Full‑time / Part‑time (Agency)

Experience Required: Complex Needs / Personal Care / EYFS-Y6

We are recruiting confident, compassionate SEN Support Assistants to work within a specialist SEN school in Bradford, supporting pupils with a wide range of complex needs.

Children are grouped based on availability and need rather than age, so you must be comfortable supporting all primary‑aged pupils, from EYFS through to Year 6.

This role requires someone who is patient, adaptable, and confident delivering personal care, emotional regulation support, and structured routines that help pupils feel safe and engaged.

Key Responsibilities

• 1:1 and group support for pupils with complex learning, sensory, physical, or communication needs
• Provide personal care confidently and sensitively (toileting, changing, hygiene routines)
• Support pupils who may be non‑verbal, using visual aids, communication tools, or alternative communication methods
• Work across EYFS-Y6, adapting your approach to suit different developmental stages
• Follow personalised learning plans and behaviour strategies set by teachers and the SENCO
• Create a calm, structured environment that promotes safety, independence, and positive behaviour
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who rely on consistency and reassurance

Desirable Skills & Training

• Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or other communication systems
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or physical needs
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community