SEN Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant for primary schools in Harrogate. The role involves delivering personalized support to children with Special Educational Needs, collaborating with teachers, and fostering inclusive environments for learning. Ideal applicants should have experience in educational settings, demonstrate patience and resilience, and hold the legal right to work in the UK. This is a rewarding role aimed at making a positive impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with special educational needs.
• Ability to deliver personalized support plans alongside teachers.
• Willingness to adhere to safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering inclusive learning experiences.
• Help children with SEN through visual aids and structured routines.
• Create a nurturing environment for children's growth.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Nurturing attitude

Ability to set clear boundaries

Supportive communication

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools (Harrogate)

Temp to Perm – ASAP start

We are supporting primary schools across Harrogate who are in need of specialist support staff who are passionate about helping children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

You would be working alongside teachers delivering personalised support plans, supporting communication through visual aids and structured routines, helping create a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can achieve their full potential.

This role is essential in supporting teaching staff to deliver high-quality, inclusive learning experiences, building pupil's engagement and confidence, and contributing positively to the wider life of the school environment.

Ideally you will have school experience or have worked in an environment supporting children and young people with additional needs. These roles require somebody with a high level of patience, resilience, sense of humor, nurturing and able to set clear boundaries.

To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to (url removed) or for further information please contact Emma Bjelan on (phone number removed).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'