SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 onboarding support

CPD courses

Market-leading pay

Referral scheme (£200)

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant for a specialist setting in Leeds. Role starts in September and involves supporting pupils with complex needs, working with teaching staff to deliver individualised support and promote engagement in learning.

The post is likely short-term or long-term with a PAYE payroll, offering market rates and ongoing CPD. You will join a dedicated team focused on safeguarding and high teaching standards.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs.
• Experience working in a SEND or specialist education setting.
• Patient, resilient and supportive approach; able to adapt to individual needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; willing to get involved.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with complex needs and engage them in learning.
• Work closely with teaching staff to provide individualised support.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with complex needs

SEND setting experience

Patience and resilience

Adaptability to individual needs

Communication and teamwork

Can-do attitude

Job description

Job Title: SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds

Start Date: September

Salary: £100 - £110 per day

• Do you have experience supporting children and young people with complex needs?
• Are you a patient and resilient SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant who can adapt your approach to individual needs?
• Are you passionate about helping pupils with complex needs achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND setting in Leeds that supports children and young people with complex needs. The setting is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where pupils can develop their confidence, independence and individual abilities.

The setting is looking to take on a SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant for short-term or long-term work from September. The successful SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant will support pupils with complex needs, working closely with teaching staff to provide individualised support and help pupils engage positively with their learning and development.

The successful SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs
• Experience working within a SEND or specialist education setting
• A patient, resilient and supportive approach
• The ability to adapt support to meet individual needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A can-do attitude and willingness to get stuck in

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.