Higher Level SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds
Contract: Full-time | Permanent | Term-Time Only
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Age Range: 4-16 Years
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £26,000 - £29,500 (dependent on experience)

Be Part of Something Meaningful

Are you a compassionate and skilled Higher Level SEND Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity this September? We are seeking dedicated individuals who are calm, patient, and enthusiastic about making a real difference in the lives of pupils with a wide range of additional needs.

You will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking school that is committed to staff development, offering excellent training opportunities and clear pathways for progression in your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND to access learning through tailored 1:1 and small group interventions, including implementation of EHCP targets.
• Work closely with teachers to adapt learning activities, promote engagement, and track pupil progress.
• Foster positive behaviour, emotional regulation, communication skills, and independence using consistent and effective strategies.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment, including support with personal care where required and supervision during unstructured times.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and external professionals in line with safeguarding policies and Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

What We're Looking For

• A caring, patient, and resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Experience working with pupils with autism, learning difficulties, communication needs, or SEMH.
• A calm and positive approach to behaviour support and emotional wellbeing.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• A proactive mindset with the flexibility to adapt to individual pupil needs.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and pupil wellbeing.

If you're ready for a September start and have experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant supporting pupils with SEND, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Philippa at philippa@nextgenteachers.co.uk for more information.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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