SEND Teaching Assistant: Inclusive Education Growth

Hovingham Primary School; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Hovingham Primary School in Leeds is seeking a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join our enhanced provision, supporting pupils with a range of additional and complex needs, including SEMH and communication needs.

You will work closely with teachers to deliver targeted support, help pupils feel safe and ready to learn, and build strong relationships with families and colleagues, contributing to an inclusive and supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Is kind, patient and emotionally intelligent.
• Has high expectations for all children.
• Understands SEND, SEMH and inclusive practice.
• Can build strong, trusting relationships.
• Is resilient and solution-focused.
• Works well as part of a team and reflects on their practice.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with additional and complex needs, including SEMH, communication and regulation needs.
• Helping children to feel safe, understood and ready to learn.
• Delivering targeted support and structured interventions, guided by expert staff.
• Supporting emotional regulation, routines, and engagement.
• Working alongside teachers to ensure pupils can access and succeed in the curriculum.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

Job description

Hovingham Primary School in Leeds is seeking a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join our enhanced provision, supporting pupils with a range of additional and complex needs, including SEMH and communication needs.

You will work closely with teachers to deliver targeted support, help pupils feel safe and ready to learn, and build strong relationships with families and colleagues, contributing to an inclusive and supportive school community.