Complex Needs SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Complex Needs Teaching Assistant | Leeds | Immediate Start

Location: Leeds

Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only - Temp to Perm

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Age Group: 4-18 years

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £92 - £95 (depending on experience)

NextGen Teachers are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join a supportive school in Leeds. This full-time, term-time position offers the opportunity to work with students aged 4-18 years, supporting learners with a range of complex needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support learners with a range of complex needs in daily learning
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, differentiated, inclusive lessons
• Provide personal care, including moving and handling where required
• Work flexibly across sites to meet changing learner needs
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote pupil welfare
• Record progress and report concerns to staff and senior leaders

Who We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children is essential
• Teaching Assistant, support work, or care experience desirable
• Passionate about supporting learners with complex needs
• Flexible and adaptable across settings and sites
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Calm, patient, and positive approach
• Team player, willing to learn and support staff
• Committed to safeguarding and pupil welfare
• Focused on inclusion, progress, and development

Why Apply?

• Full-time, consistent working hours.
• Supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Rewarding role making a real difference in children's lives.

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or have relevant experience supporting learners with complex needs, apply today and start making a real difference!

For more information, contact Philippa at philippa@nextgenteachers.co.uk.

We look forward to reviewing your application.

NextGen Teachers is an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH. We work with community schools through to multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England and London, connecting educators with meaningful teaching opportunities.

We recruit for SEN qualified teachers, teaching support staff, and both short-term and long-term supply roles across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools. As a candidate with NextGen Teachers, you'll be supported by a team that genuinely cares about your career - taking the time to understand what you're looking for and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.

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