SEN Teaching Assistant - Leeds Primary School

Aspire People; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is assisting a Leeds primary school in recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 5 to 11 with a range of needs, including MLD, ASD, and communication difficulties.

You will work with teaching staff to deliver personalised learning, support social and emotional development, and promote a calm, inclusive learning environment throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN (MLD/ASD or communication difficulties) is desirable.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach.
• Genuine passion for working with children who have additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups with their learning and development
• Assisting with the delivery of personalised learning plans
• Helping pupils to build confidence, communication, and independence
• Supporting the management of behaviour in a positive, inclusive way
• Ensure a safe, caring and supportive learning environment

Skills

Experience with SEN

MLD/ASD experience

Communication difficulties

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Leeds Primary School

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs?

Do you want to be part of a supportive and nurturing school community that puts pupils at the heart of everything it does?

We are working to support a primary school in Leeds, to recruit full-time Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated and experienced team.

The school caters to children aged 5 to 11 with a range of needs including:

• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties
• Sensory and/or Physical Needs

SEN TA - About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant you will play a key role in supporting pupils to access a rich, engaging curriculum tailored to their individual needs. You'll work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to help children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

SEN TA - Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups with their learning and development
• Assisting with the delivery of personalised learning plans
• Helping pupils to build confidence, communication, and independence
• Supporting the management of behaviour in a positive, inclusive way
• Ensure a safe, caring and supportive learning environment

SEN TA - What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children with SEN (particularly MLD, ASD, or communication difficulties) is highly desirable
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• A genuine passion for working with children who have additional needs