SEN Teaching Assistant - Leeds

Randstad Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay via PAYE

Dedicated SEND consultant in Leeds

Free accredited SEND training

Exclusive app access for payslips and 

Job summary

Randstad Education Leeds is recruiting a resilient support professional to champion the needs of primary pupils with SEND in a Leeds school.

You will provide 1:1 support, adapt tasks with sensory tools, and help learners access lessons while promoting emotional regulation and independence.

Randstad Education Leeds offers weekly PAYE pay, DBS processing support, and free accredited SEND training to help you grow.

Qualifications

• Practical experience supporting children with SEN within school or care settings.
• Compassionate, patient, adaptable approach to sensory needs and learning.
• GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for primary pupils with diverse needs (ASC/ADHD/SEMH).
• Implement structured IEPs with the class teacher and SENDCo.
• Adapt lesson tasks and sensory tools to make learning accessible.
• Support emotional regulation, resilience, and independence through positive reinforcement.
• Supervise pupils during transitions, lunch, and sensory room sessions.

Skills

1:1 support

Sensory adaptation

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Are you a resilient, empathetic support professional ready to champion the needs of primary pupils with SEND?

Do you want to work in a Leeds school where your patience and creativity can close learning gaps?

Are you searching for a stable full-time role where every breakthrough is celebrated?

At Randstad Education Leeds, we aim to match passionate support staff with primary schools where their skills can shine. Situated in Leeds, this primary school is a beacon of positivity, inclusion, and care. The school offers strong pastoral structures, modern sensory tools, and a supportive leadership team that works closely with classroom support staff.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for primary pupils with diverse needs, including ASC, ADHD, or SEMH.
• Implement structured individual education plans (IEPs) alongside the class teacher and SENDCo.
• Assist in adapting lesson tasks and sensory tools to make learning accessible and engaging.
• Support emotional regulation, resilience, and independence through positive reinforcement.
• Supervise pupils during transition periods, lunch breaks, and sensory room sessions.

Requirements for the Role

• Practical experience supporting children with special educational needs within school or care settings.
• A compassionate, patient, and highly adaptable approach to managing sensory requirements.
• Good foundational qualifications (GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics).
• A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to process one).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits of Working with Randstad

• Competitive weekly pay rates via PAYE.
• Direct access to a dedicated consultant specialising in SEND placements in Leeds.
• Free accredited training, including Team Teach and Autism Awareness resources.
• Exclusive app access for managing payslips, shifts, and retail rewards.
• £300 Love2shop voucher scheme for successful candidate referrals.