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SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield - WF4
Job summary
A local educational recruitment agency in the United Kingdom seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Wakefield. This full-time role involves supporting children with special educational needs such as autism and ADHD. You will provide academic and emotional assistance, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a genuine interest in child development. Immediate start with competitive weekly pay ranging from £460 to £600.
Qualifications
- Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential.
- Genuine interest in SEN and child development.
- Up-to-date CV and enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or willingness to apply).
Responsibilities
- Provide targeted academic and emotional support in 1:1 or small group settings.
- Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation under teacher guidance.
- Contribute to individual support plans and monitor pupil progress.
- Build meaningful relationships that foster confidence and independence.
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
Skills
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield WF4
Pay: £460 £600 per week
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term / Day - to - Day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? A local school in Wakefield (WF4) is seeking a dedicated and empathetic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and provide hands‑on support to pupils with a range of learning needs.
The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment, encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence, and resilience. Staff work collaboratively to ensure each student can achieve their potential in a structured and supportive setting.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties. You’ll help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, contributing to a positive learning environment.
- Work 1:1 or in small groups to provide targeted academic and emotional support
- Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation under teacher guidance
- Contribute to individual support plans and monitor pupil progress
- Build meaningful relationships that foster confidence and independence
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment
- Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential
- Strong communication, patience, and resilience
- Genuine interest in SEN and child development
- An up-to-date CV and enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or willingness to apply)
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils in Wakefield. To apply for the position of SEN Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV now.
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years
- Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one
For more information or to apply, please contact Sam Scott at (url removed) at GSL Education.
To apply for this role, please submit your CV via the application link.
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