SEN Teaching Assistant

Pure Jobs US; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming SEN school in Leeds is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs, including autism and ADHD. The successful candidate will provide meaningful assistance through both 1:1 and group support, contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

Professional development opportunities

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Experience in behavior management and personal care.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with special educational needs.
• Assist students presenting challenging behavior.
• Work closely with pupils with autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Management

De-escalation Techniques

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Leeds

Full Time - September 2025

£88.92 - £95 per day (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

ASAP

The School and Role

Are you a compassionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs? A welcoming and well-resourced SEN school in Leeds is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. In this role, you'll be working closely with pupils with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties, providing 1:1 and small group support to help them thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and inclusive setting.

Requirements

The desired Teaching Assistant will have;

Ability to relate well to children and adults and communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to deal effectively with students presenting challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques as appropriate
Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
Knowledge and experience of behaviour management and restorative strategies
Experienced and comfortable with personal care
Having a driving licence is desirable for this role
What we offer
As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
Social and networking events.
Pension contributions.
CPD to help with your professional development.
Access to a dedicated consultant.
Aboutus
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply
If you are aTeaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)

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