1:1 Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Leeds
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: From £92.60 per day

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs?

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming all-through SEN school in Leeds that caters for pupils from primary through to secondary age with a wide range of complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The school is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference by providing tailored support to a pupil with additional needs within a highly supportive specialist setting. The school is looking to trial suitable candidates over the coming weeks, allowing you to secure your role ahead of the new academic year.

The Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with complex SEND needs throughout the school day
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised learning and support
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs
• Support communication, emotional regulation, independence, and engagement in learning
• Implement consistent behaviour support strategies and follow individual support plans
• Encourage positive social interactions and build strong, trusting relationships
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to teaching staff

About You

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND in a school or specialist setting
• Experience working with pupils with Autism, complex learning difficulties, communication needs, or associated additional needs
• Patient, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A proactive, nurturing, and flexible approach to supporting learning and wellbeing
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What's on Offer?

• Long-term, full-time position starting in September 2026
• Opportunity to trial with the school before the summer break
• Work within a highly supportive all-through specialist SEN school
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a young person's educational journey

Apply Today

If you have the experience outlined above and are looking for a rewarding opportunity within specialist education, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply directly to this advert or send your CV to charlotte@nextgenteachers.co.uk for immediate consideration.

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