SEN Teaching Assistant – Immediate Start (Secondary)

TeacherActive Limited.; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site role in Pontefract

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Pontefract. The role is full-time and long-term with an immediate start, supporting KS3 and KS4 students with tailored learning and behavioural guidance.

Ideal candidates will have a Level 2/3 TA qualification, SEN experience in a secondary setting, and strong communication with an adaptable, patient approach to help students build confidence and independence.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Experience working in a secondary school or educational setting.
• Ability to provide effective 1:1 and small group support.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Support students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 with tailored learning support.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help students develop confidence and independence.
• Work alongside teaching staff to deliver targeted support in class and group settings.
• Provide effective 1:1 and small group assistance as required.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Strong communication

Adaptable approach

Education

TA qualification Level 2/3

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Pontefract. The role is full-time and long-term with an immediate start, supporting KS3 and KS4 students with tailored learning and behavioural guidance.

Ideal candidates will have a Level 2/3 TA qualification, SEN experience in a secondary setting, and strong communication with an adaptable, patient approach to help students build confidence and independence.