SEN Teaching Assistant – Leeds Primary School – Full Time – Leeds

Catering; Leeds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Primary School is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of needs, including MLD, ASD, and SLCN. You will work closely with teachers to deliver personalised support, helping children access an engaging curriculum and develop confidence.

The role is a temporary teaching assistant position based in Leeds, offering day rates of £90–£120 and a supportive school community that prioritises pupil wellbeing and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• 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

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

Calm empathetic

Patience

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

If you’re ready to be part of a school where every child is valued and every achievement celebrated, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary: £90 – £120/day

Job Type: Temporary

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire