SEN Teaching Assistant

Best In Class; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

ASAP start

Job summary

Best In Class Ltd is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH in a Bradford school (BD17). This full‑time, long‑term role starts ASAP and offers an opportunity to contribute to a safe, supportive learning environment where every child can thrive and progress.

You will provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support, assist with emotional regulation and behaviour management, build positive relationships with pupils, and work alongside teachers to implement individual

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly SEMH.
• Good understanding of behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Enhanced DBS required.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management and social development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and confidence.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and follow individual support plans.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and access the curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.
• Maintain a calm, patient and consistent approach when dealing with challenging behaviour.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with SEN/SEMH

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Communication & teamwork

Patience & empathy

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Bradford, BD17

Location: BD17, Bradford
Job Type: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: £95-£110 per day
DBS Requirement: Enhanced DBS required

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a school in the BD17 area of Bradford. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone with experience supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting pupils who may face challenges with their emotions, behaviour and engagement in learning. You will work closely with teaching staff to create a safe, positive and supportive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management and social development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and confidence.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and follow individual support plans.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and access the curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.
• Maintain a calm, patient and consistent approach when dealing with challenging behaviour.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly SEMH.
• A good understanding of behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies.
• A patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• An Enhanced DBS is essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

What We Offer

• Full-time, long-term work.
• Competitive daily pay of £95-£110.
• An ASAP start.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' lives.

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs and have the experience and dedication to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you!