SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in West Yorkshire is seeking a passionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs. The role involves working closely with teachers to provide tailored assistance, enhance children's learning and emotional well-being, and contribute positively to their development. This is an extraordinary opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Ongoing support and professional development

Opportunities for long-term roles and career progression

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN.
• Willingness to assist with personal care and manual handling.
• Valid Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored assistance to pupils with special educational needs.
• Support children on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant (Level 2 or 3, or equivalent)

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - September Start
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £95 - £125 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025

Are you a qualified and caring Teaching Assistant with experience in SEN environments? Are you looking for a fresh opportunity this September where you can make a real difference?

We're looking for a passionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school community in West Yorkshire. This is a chance to support children who need extra help to thrive - academically, socially, and emotionally.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with class teachers and support staff to provide tailored assistance to pupils with a range of special educational needs. This may include autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, or physical disabilities. Your day-to-day work will involve helping children engage with learning, manage routines, and develop confidence - in and out of the classroom.

This role may also involve supporting pupils with personal care and mobility needs, so a willingness to assist with manual handling is essential. Full guidance and training can be provided where needed.

Supporting children on a one-to-one basis or in small groups

Helping pupils engage with classwork using adapted strategies

Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

Assisting with physical support needs, including manual handling

A qualified Teaching Assistant (Level 2 or 3, or equivalent)

Experience working with children with SEN

A calm, empathetic, and adaptable approach

Willingness to support with personal care and manual handling tasks

Strong communication skills and a team-player mindset

A valid Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to obtain one)

Experience supporting children with physical disabilities

Familiarity with communication aids like PECS or Makaton

Previous work in specialist school settings or SEN units

Be part of a dedicated, supportive school team

Make a lasting difference to children's lives every single day

Access ongoing support and professional development

Opportunities for long-term roles and career progression

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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