SEND Teaching Assistant Leeds

Justteachers Ltd; Gildersome; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Leeds is recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the LS27 area. The role is full-time and starts September 2026, offering a competitive daily rate of £95–£105, dependent on experience.

You will work closely with pupils with additional needs, supporting access to learning, building confidence and helping pupils to achieve their individual targets within a nurturing and structured classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school setting.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach to learning and behaviour support.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Confidence supporting pupils with ASD, SEMH and learning difficulties.
• Genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons and resources to meet individual learning requirements.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning.
• Implement targeted interventions and personalised support strategies.
• Work closely with teaching staff, the SENCO, and external professionals where required.

Skills

SEND experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the LS27 area of Leeds from September 2026. This full-time role offers an ongoing opportunity, with a competitive daily rate of £95–£105, depending on experience. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils with additional needs, providing tailored support to help them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their individual targets.

The school is a friendly and inclusive primary setting with a strong commitment to high-quality SEND provision and pupil wellbeing. Staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing, structured environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to succeed. The leadership team is approachable and highly supportive, ensuring staff have access to the resources, guidance, and strategies needed to meet the diverse needs of pupils across the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND needs.
• Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons and resources to meet individual learning requirements.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning.
• Implement targeted interventions and personalised support strategies.
• Work closely with teaching staff, the SENCO, and external professionals where required.

Pre-requisites:

• Experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school setting.
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach to learning and behaviour support.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

If you are a committed SEND Teaching Assistant looking to join a supportive LS27 school from September 2026, please apply.