SEN Teaching Assistant - Leeds - Primary

Protocol Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible working

Welcoming environment

Professional development

Leeds location

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is recruiting a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with diverse needs in a Leeds primary school. You will provide 1:1 and small group assistance, helping pupils access tailored learning activities.

Working with a dedicated SENCo and school team, you will receive safeguarding and de-escalation training and develop inclusive teaching strategies. Full-time and part-time options are available in this Leeds setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children with SEN in a school or care setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Patient, resilient and creative with a caring approach.
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding standards (KCSIE).
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support for children with SEN.
• Assist class teachers with EHCPs and individual education plans.
• Create engaging, adapted learning resources to support sensory and emotional development.
• Foster an inclusive, nurturing classroom atmosphere encouraging independence.
• Support positive behaviour and de-escalation strategies.

Skills

SEN TA experience

Communication skills

Patience and resilience

Safeguarding knowledge

DBS Update Service

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant | Primary School | Leeds

Are you a compassionate, dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference in children's lives? We are seeking an empathetic and proactive educator to join a warm, welcoming primary school community in Leeds!

This role is ideal for someone passionate about providing tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping every child reach their full potential in a safe and supportive environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: Pay To Scale (depending on experience)

• Flexible Working: Full-time and part-time positions available

• Welcoming Environment: Join a supportive SENCo and dedicated primary school team

• Professional Development: Access to ongoing safeguarding, SEN, and de-escalation training

• Location: Conveniently located in Leeds with excellent public transport links

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support for children with diverse needs (including Autism , ADHD , MLD, and SEMH )

• Assist class teachers in implementing Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)

• Create engaging, adapted learning resources to support sensory and emotional development

• Foster an inclusive, nurturing classroom atmosphere that encourages independence and confidence

• Help manage classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and gentle de-escalation techniques

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience: Previous experience working with primary aged children with SEN (in a school, nursery, or care setting)

• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with children, staff, and parents

• Attributes: Patience, resilience, creativity, and a dynamic, caring approach

• Safeguarding: A strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding standards (KCSIE compliant)

• Checks: An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one)

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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