SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Wakefield

Location: Wakefield
Contract: Monday to Friday (8:30am - 3:30pm), term-time only
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £90 - £95 per day (depending on experience)

NextGen Teachers are delighted to be recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a welcoming mainstream primary school in Wakefield. This role will involve supporting pupils with additional needs, potentially on a 1:1 basis, helping them to access learning and thrive within the classroom environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and inclusive school that places pupil wellbeing, inclusion, and progress at the heart of everything they do. The school is seeking a compassionate, patient, and adaptable individual who is passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support pupils with a range of needs, ensuring they feel supported, confident, and able to engage with their learning. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN

• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and remain engaged in lessons

• Assisting with the implementation of individual support plans and strategies

• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour, and social development

• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils to promote confidence and independence

• Supporting with observation, assessment, and recording of pupil progress

• Maintaining a safe, calm, and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting

• Knowledge and understanding of a range of SEN needs

• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach

• Willingness to support with personal care where required

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team

• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection

• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English, Maths, and Science

If you're looking to take the next step in your education career and are passionate about supporting pupils with SEN in a mainstream setting, we'd love to hear from you.

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