SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 & Small-Group Support

Veritas Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education in West Yorkshire is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across mainstream and specialist settings. You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, adapt activities to meet individual needs and help pupils access learning.

You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs and families, monitor progress and support behaviour and wellbeing. A GCSE in English and Maths and an Enhanced DBS are required; specialist training such as Team Teach or safeguarding

Qualifications

• Experience with children or vulnerable individuals, paid or voluntary.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient with calm approach to challenging behaviour.
• Ability to build positive relationships and understand individual pupil needs.
• GCSEs in English and Maths; DBS check required; willingness to undertake safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support in the classroom.
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, communication and complex learning needs.
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Support the implementation of EHCPs and Individual Behaviour Plans.
• Promote positive behaviour and use de-escalation techniques when required.
• Provide emotional, social and pastoral support.
• Assist with personal care or physical needs where required.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Log communications with parents and carers onto data platforms.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers and external professionals.
• Update daily behaviour and progress trackers.
• Log communications with parents and carers onto appropriate data platforms.

Skills

Experience with children or vulnerable

Patience and empathy

Communication and teamwork

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

Veritas Education in West Yorkshire is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across mainstream and specialist settings. You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, adapt activities to meet individual needs and help pupils access learning.

You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs and families, monitor progress and support behaviour and wellbeing. A GCSE in English and Maths and an Enhanced DBS are required; specialist training such as Team Teach or safeguarding