SEND Teaching Assistant - Impactful Role with Free CPD

The Supply Register; Halifax; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Weekly PAYE payments

Job summary

The Supply Register is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for Lightcliffe Academy in Halifax. This long-term contract role starts September 2026 (or ASAP) and offers the chance to make a lasting impact in SEND education within a supportive secondary school.

You will support students with SEND in and out of the classroom, work with teachers on tailored learning activities, provide 1:1 and small group support, and help foster an inclusive, positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in education or SEND.
• Passion for supporting students with additional learning needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude.
• Ability to build relationships and inspire confidence.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEND in and out of the classroom.
• Work with teachers to deliver tailored learning and intervention activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help learners achieve goals.
• Promote positive behaviour and student engagement.
• Build strong relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Create a safe, inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Support social, emotional, and academic development.

Skills

Experience with children

Excellent communication

Patience & empathy

Job description

The Supply Register is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for Lightcliffe Academy in Halifax. This long-term contract role starts September 2026 (or ASAP) and offers the chance to make a lasting impact in SEND education within a supportive secondary school.

You will support students with SEND in and out of the classroom, work with teachers on tailored learning activities, provide 1:1 and small group support, and help foster an inclusive, positive learning environment.