Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Supply to Temp-to-Perm
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term-Time
Salary: £90 - £95 per day

NextGen Teachers are recruiting for a Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school in Leeds.

The school supports young people aged 11-17 with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, communication needs and SEMH. The school provides a supportive environment with a strong focus on learning, wellbeing, independence and positive behaviour.

The Role

• Support pupils with learning, engagement and development.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team.
• Support pupils with communication and emotional regulation.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote pupil welfare.
• Monitor progress and communicate any concerns.

Who We're Looking For

• Experience working with young people with SEN/additional needs is desirable.
• Calm, patient and positive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confident supporting behaviour and emotional needs.
• Reliable, adaptable and a strong team player.
• Committed to inclusion, safeguarding and pupil development.

Interested? Apply today and make a real difference to the lives of young people.

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