Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Engage Partners Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Engage Education is looking for a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream primary school in Leeds. You will work 1:1 with pupils who have Autism and communication needs, supporting learning, confidence and social development.

The role requires SEN experience and the ability to adapt communication and learning approaches to individual needs. This is a full-time, long-term position, Monday to Friday, 08:30–15:30, term-time only, ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Experience supporting children with Autism and/or communication needs.
• Ability to adapt communication and learning approaches to meet individual needs.
• Patient, calm, nurturing and resilient.
• Capable of building strong one-to-one relationships with a pupil.
• Reliable and committed to a full-time, long-term position.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support to pupils with Autism and communication needs.
• Support pupils to access and engage with their learning within the mainstream classroom.
• Adapt activities and learning approaches to meet individual needs.
• Support the development of communication, social interaction and independence skills.
• Use strategies to encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Build a strong relationship with the pupil and work with the class teacher and SENCO.
• Follow individual support plans and monitor pupil progress.
• Provide encouragement and reassurance to help pupils develop confidence.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions, break times and other aspects of the school day.
• Create a calm, structured and inclusive environment where the pupil feels safe and supported.

Skills

1:1 support

SEN experience

Autism awareness

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Leeds
Mainstream Primary School
Full-time | Monday to Friday | 08:30am – 15:30pm
Term Time Only
Long-term Temporary Opportunity
ASAP Start

About the Role

Engage Education are delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Leeds who are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a one-to-one basis with pupils who have Autism and communication needs, providing consistent, individualised support to help them access learning, develop their confidence and make progress both academically and socially.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team to understand each child’s individual needs and provide the appropriate support throughout the school day.

Your Responsibilities

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support to pupils with Autism and communication needs.
• Support pupils to access and engage with their learning within the mainstream classroom.
• Adapt activities and learning approaches to meet individual needs.
• Support the development of communication, social interaction and independence skills.
• Use appropriate strategies to encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil you are supporting.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and other support staff.
• Follow individual support plans and contribute to monitoring pupil progress.
• Provide encouragement and reassurance to help pupils develop confidence.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions, break times and other aspects of the school day.
• Create a calm, structured and inclusive environment where the pupil feels safe and supported.

What We’re Looking For

The school is looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Ideally has experience supporting children with Autism and/or communication needs.
• Understands the importance of adapting communication and learning approaches to meet individual needs.
• Is patient, calm, nurturing and resilient.
• Can build a strong and positive relationship with a child on a one-to-one basis.
• Is confident supporting pupils with their emotional, social and educational development.
• Can work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Is reliable and committed to a full-time, long-term position.
• Has a genuine passion for helping children with additional needs achieve their potential.

Experience within a mainstream primary school, specialist setting, resourced provision, nursery, care or support environment would be beneficial.

Why Choose Engage Education?

At Engage Education, we are committed to supporting our staff throughout their education career. When you join us, you will benefit from:

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning you will receive the same pay as a permanent employee after the qualifying period.
• Your own dedicated Engage consultant, providing ongoing support and guidance.
• Access to a wide range of free CPD training, delivered by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.
• Access to a wide range of education opportunities across Leeds and the surrounding areas.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid Enhanced DBS check. Full assistance will be provided throughout the process.

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