Teaching Assistant – Special Needs - Castleford

TN United Kingdom; Castleford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education recruitment agency is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants for special needs support in Castleford. This role involves working closely with children who have additional needs, such as ASD and complex mobility challenges. Ideal candidates will have recent experience in educational or caregiving environments and a strong commitment to safeguarding. The position offers competitive daily rates, professional development training, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of young learners. Join a supportive team and contribute to the educational journey of children in need.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development training

Referral bonuses

Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant

Qualifications

• Experience working with special educational needs children.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with special educational needs.
• Assist in the learning and development of school-aged pupils.

Skills

Experience with children or young people

Safeguarding commitment

Ability to undergo Enhanced DBS check

Education

Relevant experience in education or care settings

Job description

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Teaching Assistant – Special Needs - Castleford, Castleford

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Client:

Vision for Education

Location:

Castleford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

7

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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About the role

We are currently seeking additional Teaching Assistants – Special Needs to work within our partner SEND school settings in Castleford. This role involves supporting young people and children with a range of special educational needs.

The Teaching Assistant – Special Needs role involves supporting school-aged pupils who have been identified as having additional needs, including ASD, PMLD, Complex Needs, Mobility, SEMH, and MLD.

About the school

Located in the Castleford area with easy access via public transport and ample car parking. We are continually seeking caring, quality staff members who, with experience and training, may become full-time or supply support staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school, nursery, childcare, youth work, play, or care setting within the last 2 years, with references obtainable from these roles.
• Ability to undergo an Enhanced DBS check, registered with the Update Service.
• Commitment to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, including thorough interviewing and referencing checks.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to supporting the learning and development of young people. We have branches nationwide and are an employer of choice for primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary

£85 to £100 per day, dependent on experience, training, or qualifications.

Minimum experience required:

• Recent experience within the last 2 years working with children or young people in relevant settings, with references obtainable from these roles.

What we offer

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to conditions).
• Pension contributions (after qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR regulations.
• Free professional development training, including Team Teach, webinars, safeguarding, and child protection updates.
• Referral bonuses for colleagues.
• Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.