SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEN School, Batley (WF17)

Location: Batley, WF17
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only - Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £92.63 -£95.00
Agency: NextGen Teachers

SEN Teaching Assistant - Make a Real Difference Every Day!

Are you a passionate, resilient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in a specialist school?

NextGen Teachers is working with a specialist SEN school in Batley (WF17), supporting children aged 5-13 with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH, ADHD, FASD, anxiety, trauma-related needs and communication difficulties.

The school provides a nurturing, structured and supportive environment where pupils receive personalised learning and care to help them overcome barriers, build confidence and reach their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with complex needs and wants to develop their experience within a specialist SEN setting.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide tailored support to pupils both in the classroom and through individual and small-group activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with a range of additional needs.

• Supporting children with Autism, SEMH, ADHD and communication difficulties.

• Implementing positive behaviour management strategies and maintaining consistent boundaries.

• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, anxiety and social development.

• Creating a safe, calm and structured learning environment.

• Adapting activities to meet individual learning needs and abilities.

• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive relationships.

• Supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour using a patient and consistent approach.

• Working collaboratively with teachers and SEN professionals to deliver personalised support.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is patient, resilient and adaptable, with a genuine passion for helping children with additional needs succeed.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people in education, care, healthcare, youth work or support settings.

• An understanding of Autism, SEMH, ADHD or complex behavioural needs.

• Confidence supporting pupils with emotional regulation and behavioural challenges.

• A calm, positive and consistent approach to behaviour management.

• The ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A proactive approach to supporting individual learning and development.

• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children with SEND.

Candidates with transferable experience in residential care, mental health support, youth work or specialist education are particularly encouraged to apply.

Why Work with NextGen Teachers?

• Competitive salary: £92.63 - £95.00

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

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

• Specialist experience: Develop your skills supporting Autism, SEMH and complex needs.

• Supportive environment: Work alongside experienced SEN teachers and support professionals.

• Dedicated consultant: Ongoing guidance and support throughout your placement.

Apply Today!

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to make a genuine difference, 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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