1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Leeds LS6

Location: Leeds, LS6
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent
Salary: £92-£95 per day, depending on experience
Agency: NextGen Teachers

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Key Stage 2 | ADHD & Behaviour Support

Are you a patient, resilient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who can provide consistent support to a child with ADHD?

NextGen Teachers is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Key Stage 2 pupil at a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Leeds (LS6).

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who understands the importance of consistent boundaries, positive behaviour management and building strong, trusting relationships with children who require additional support.

Whether you have previous SEN experience or a background working with children who display behavioural needs, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

You will provide dedicated one-to-one support to a Key Stage 2 pupil with ADHD, helping them manage behaviour, engage with learning and develop greater independence throughout the school day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day.

• Supporting a pupil with ADHD and associated behavioural needs.

• Maintaining clear, consistent boundaries and reinforcing classroom expectations.

• Using positive behaviour management strategies to encourage appropriate choices.

• Helping the pupil regulate emotions, manage frustration and remain engaged in learning.

• Breaking down tasks and providing clear instructions to support concentration and focus.

• Building a positive, trusting relationship while maintaining professional boundaries.

• Working closely with the class teacher and SEN team to follow agreed support strategies.

• Encouraging independence, resilience and positive interactions with peers.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is confident, calm and consistent, with the ability to remain patient and professional when faced with challenging behaviour.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience supporting children with ADHD, SEN or behavioural needs (desirable).

• Confidence maintaining clear boundaries and consistent expectations.

• A calm, patient and resilient approach to behaviour management.

• The ability to build positive relationships without compromising boundaries.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A proactive approach to supporting emotional regulation and engagement in learning.

• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.

• An enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Graduates and aspiring education professionals with relevant experience working with children are encouraged to apply.

Why Work with NextGen Teachers?

• Competitive daily pay: £92-£95, depending on experience.

• Full-time hours: 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity: Potential to secure a permanent position.

• Valuable experience: Develop your skills in SEN and behaviour support.

• Dedicated consultant support: Guidance throughout your placement.

• A rewarding role: Make a meaningful difference to a child's education and development.

Apply Today!

If you are a reliable and committed Teaching Assistant who can provide structure, consistency and positive support to a child with ADHD, we would love to hear from you.

Send your updated CV to jasmin@nextgenteachers.co.uk or apply directly through Indeed.

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