SEND Teaching Assistant – Flexible Hours, Immediate Start

Castle Education; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Castle Education is seeking dedicated SEND Support Assistants to work in a specialist SEND school in Harrogate, HG2. You will help students engage in learning, develop skills, and thrive in a caring, supportive environment.

Flexible part-time opportunities are available; long-term and permanent positions may arise. DBS checks and safeguarding commitments are required to ensure safe, high-quality support for children with autism and other needs.

Qualifications

• An Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Confidence and willingness to support students with personal care.
• Previous SEND, autism, complex needs or care experience is desirable but not essential.
• Caring, patient, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Flexible, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with their learning, communication, and daily activities.
• Working alongside teachers to meet individual student needs.
• Providing personal care and support with personal hygiene when required.
• Promoting independence, confidence and engagement.
• Maintaining a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Team player

Flexible

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Castle Education is seeking dedicated SEND Support Assistants to work in a specialist SEND school in Harrogate, HG2. You will help students engage in learning, develop skills, and thrive in a caring, supportive environment.

Flexible part-time opportunities are available; long-term and permanent positions may arise. DBS checks and safeguarding commitments are required to ensure safe, high-quality support for children with autism and other needs.