Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Seacroft, Leeds. This role requires supporting classroom learning and assisting students with special educational needs. Ideal candidates are nurturing, patient, and committed to inclusive education. Opportunities for training in SEND provided. Join a caring, collaborative environment where you can truly make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and development

Supportive colleagues

Caring school culture

Qualifications

• Passionate about inclusive education.
• Interested in developing skills in SEND support.
• Able to work in a calm, consistent manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support within the classroom.
• Work 1:1 or with small groups of pupils with additional needs.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with pupils.
• Promote resilience, independence, and a love of learning.
• Create a calm and structured environment.

Skills

Nurturing

Patience

Collaborative teamwork

Understanding of SEND

Confidence working with diverse needs

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Primary School (Seacroft, Leeds)

Location: Seacroft, Leeds
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full‑time, Term Time Only
Role: Classroom Support & SEN Support (Dual Role)

Are you passionate about nurturing young learners and helping them grow with confidence? One of our inclusive primary schools in the Seacroft area is looking for dedicated Specialist Teaching Assistants who believe in giving every child the chance to learn, make mistakes, and flourish.

About The School

The school has a warm, inclusive community where children feel safe, supported, and valued. Children are given space to try, stumble, and try again with adults who guide and encourage them every step of the way. It is a safe place where children, staff, and the wider community grow together.

About the Role

This is a dual‑role position supporting children:

• In the classroom, helping to deliver engaging learning experiences
• With SEN needs, offering patient, tailored support to individual pupils

You will work closely with teachers and the SEN team to ensure all children—regardless of need—can access learning, build confidence, and develop independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality support within the classroom
• Work 1:1 or with small groups of pupils with additional needs
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with pupils
• Promote resilience, independence, and a love of learningHelp create a calm, structured, and encouraging environment
• Support children both academically and emotionally as they learn through their mistakes

Who We're Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you are:

• Nurturing, patient, and passionate about inclusive education
• Interested in developing skills in SEND support
• Confident working with a range of needs, including Autism, communication differences, or SEMH
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a supportive staff team
• Committed to helping all children feel safe, valued, and capable
• Calm, consistent, and able to support children in a positive, encouraging way

What We Offer

• A caring, inclusive school culture
• Supportive colleagues and leadership
• Opportunities for training and development, particularly in SEN
• A chance to make a real difference in children's lives every single day

If you're ready to be part of a school where every child is nurtured, supported, and celebrated, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue to grow together as a community.

For further information please contact Emma Bjelan on (phone number removed) or email your CV and Cover letter to (url removed)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, overseas police clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Disclaimer

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.