SEN Teaching Assistant

Education Network; Bradford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is searching for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant in Bradford. The role involves supporting pupils with special educational needs, promoting positive behaviour, and assisting in lesson delivery. Ideal candidates will have patience, strong communication skills, and experience with SEN. This position offers competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities, along with a commitment to safeguarding children in the education sector.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated consultant with SEN expertise

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs.
• Ability to support pupils with ASD, ADHD, and learning difficulties.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs in learning.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery.
• Promote positive behaviour and manage classroom environments.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire

Recruitment Agency: The Education Network

Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing

Role Overview

The Education Network is currently recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a supportive school setting in Bradford. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
• Working one-to-one or with small groups to support learning and development.
• Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Ideal Candidate

• Have experience working with children or young people with SEN (school-based or alternative settings).
• Be patient, empathetic, and adaptable.
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Be committed to supporting pupils' individual needs and progress.
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service, or be willing to apply for one.

What The Education Network Offers

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• A dedicated consultant with SEN expertise.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles.
• A supportive and transparent recruitment process.

Additional Information

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks.

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.

The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.