SEN Teaching Assistant — 1:1 Support & Specialist Training

Provide Education- West Yorkshire; Purston Jaglin; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly PAYE

CPD opportunities

Consultant support

Referral bonus

Job summary

Provide Education in Wakefield is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school, supporting pupils with additional needs, learning, communication and personal development. This full-time role offers a supportive environment with experienced staff, access to specialist training and CPD opportunities, and a dedicated consultant to support throughout placement.

The role emphasises safeguarding and pupil wellbeing, with DBS requirements and suitability checks as part

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in an SEN setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Excellent communication, patience and resilience.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist with learning activities and personal development.
• Support pupils with communication, behaviour and engagement.
• Help create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO and wider support staff.
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Resilience

Proactive approach

Job description

Provide Education in Wakefield is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school, supporting pupils with additional needs, learning, communication and personal development. This full-time role offers a supportive environment with experienced staff, access to specialist training and CPD opportunities, and a dedicated consultant to support throughout placement.

The role emphasises safeguarding and pupil wellbeing, with DBS requirements and suitability checks as part