SEN Teaching Assistant- Leeds, LS15- Immediate start

Castle Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Immediate start

Long-term roles

Supportive schools

CPD courses

Dedicated contact

Flexible days

Job summary

Castle Education is seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team in Leeds. You will provide essential support to children and young people with a range of needs, helping them build confidence and independence in a supportive classroom.

We offer immediate starts, flexible hours to fit your availability, and opportunities for long-term and permanent roles across specialist schools in LS15. Weekly PAYE payments and ongoing training are included.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND is advantageous.
• A patient, caring and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to manage challenging situations positively.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Adapt activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils in developing confidence and independence.

Skills

Experience with children

SEND experience advantageous

Patience and empathy

Strong communication

Teamwork

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant | Leeds, LS15 | £14.24 to £16 per hour | IMMEDIATE START!

Looking for a rewarding role in education? We have exciting SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities available immediately across specialist schools in Leeds!
Whether you’re an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, a mainstream TA, a graduate or have experience supporting children and young people with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you!

£14.24 to £16 per hour
Flexible work around your availability
Work available immediately
Full-time opportunities available
Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions

Job Description

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide vital support to children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language Needs and SEMH. You will work closely with teachers to create a positive, inclusive learning environment, helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Adapt activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils in developing confidence and independence.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND is advantageous.
• A patient, caring and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to manage challenging situations positively.
• A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.

Why Castle Education?

• Highly competitive pay rates and weekly PAYE pay.
• Work available immediately.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles.
• Supportive and welcoming local schools.
• Access to ongoing training and over 25 free accredited CPD courses.
• A friendly, dedicated point of contact throughout your journey.
• Choose the days you are available.

Ready to make a difference?