SEN Teaching Assistant - Nurture & Support (Primary)

Empowering Learning Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd in Leeds (Wetherby LS22) is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in our primary school. You will work with the class teacher and SENDCo to help pupils access learning and develop wellbeing in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include adapting activities, supporting one-to-one or small groups, assisting with EHCPs, monitoring progress, and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
• Experience working with children, ideally in a primary or SEND setting.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN, delivering learning activities and building confidence.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs under the class teacher's guidance.
• Encourage independence, positive behaviour and inclusive participation.
• Help implement EHCPs and individual support plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENDCo, parents and external professionals.
• Monitor pupil progress and maintain records as required.
• Support pupils during lessons, break times and visits.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Initiative

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Job description

Empowering Learning Ltd in Leeds (Wetherby LS22) is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in our primary school. You will work with the class teacher and SENDCo to help pupils access learning and develop wellbeing in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include adapting activities, supporting one-to-one or small groups, assisting with EHCPs, monitoring progress, and safeguarding.