SEN Teaching Assistant - Leeds

Teaching Personnel; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency in Leeds is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. This role involves supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), providing both emotional and educational support. You will engage with pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, assisting with personal care and implementing communication strategies. Competitive compensation of £90-£105/day and opportunities for training and development offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Access to free CPD and training opportunities

Supportive and welcoming settings

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEMH needs.
• Teaching Assistant qualification (L2/3) desirable, but not essential.
• Full-time availability and reliability are key.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning and social development.
• Assist with personal care and moving & handling.
• Implement strategies to support communication.

Skills

Experience with SEN/SEMH needs

Compassion and dedication

Reliability

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification (L2/3)

Tools

Makaton

Team Teach training

Moving & Handling training

Job description

Daily Rate: £90-£105/day | Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp-to-Perm

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join specialist schools, alternative provisions, and inclusive mainstream settings across Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including autism, SEMH, and complex learning or physical needs.

• Support pupils with their learning and social development, both in small groups and on a 1:1 basis.

• Assist with personal care and moving & handling where needed (training can be provided).

• Implement strategies to support communication, such as Makaton, PECS, and visual timetables.

• Help manage behaviour positively, using de-escalation and (if trained) Team Teach techniques.

• Work closely with teachers, HLTAs, and therapists to deliver personalised support in line with EHCPs.

• Provide emotional and pastoral support, helping pupils feel safe and included.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEMH needs (school, care, or support setting).

• Teaching Assistant qualification (L2/3) desirable, but not essential if you have relevant experience.

• Full-time availability - reliability is key!

• Enhanced DBS (child workforce) on the Update Service (child and adult DBS welcome).

• Moving & Handling, Team Teach, or Makaton training desirable (can be provided for the right person).

• Driving licence and own transport preferred (some sites are not easily accessible by public transport).

• Competitive daily pay: £90-£105/day.

• Long-term roles with potential to go temp-to-perm.

• Full-time hours in supportive and welcoming settings.

• Access to free CPD and training opportunities to develop your skills in SEN support.

• The chance to make a real difference to children's education and wellbeing.

Apply now to become a valued SEN Teaching Assistant in Leeds and start a rewarding new challenge.