SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 22,140; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing CPD

Permanent employment opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs in West Yorkshire from September. You will work across specialist schools and may be involved in 1:1 or small group support, personal care, and helping pupils access learning.

We welcome applicants from education, care, health, or related backgrounds who are passionate about SEN. Ongoing CPD and chances to secure permanent roles are available.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people is desirable.
• Passion for SEN and inclusion in education.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Providing personal care when needed.
• Moving and handling as required.
• Supporting communication with pupils and staff.
• Helping pupils access learning and participate in activities.
• Collaborating with teachers and therapists.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants Needed for September

Teaching Personnel are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work in specialist schools across West Yorkshire from September.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs. Whether you have experience in education or come from another caring profession, we'd love to hear from you.

You may be supporting pupils with:

• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• SEMH
• Learning Disabilities
• Complex Needs
• Physical Disabilities
• Speech and Language Needs

Duties may include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Personal care
• Moving and handling
• Supporting communication
• Helping pupils access learning
• Working alongside teachers and therapists

We welcome applicants from:

• Education
• Residential Care
• Nursing
• Mental Health Support
• Youth Work
• Prison Service
• Social Care
• Sports Coaching
• Support Work
• Team Teach
• MAPA
• Moving & Handling
• Personal Care
• Epilepsy Awareness
• PEG Feeding
• Behaviour Management

We offer:

• Competitive daily pay
• Full-time and part-time roles
• Ongoing CPD
• Dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to secure permanent employment