SEN Travel Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant & Travel Buddy

Location: Leeds (Specialist SEN School)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs?

NextGen Teachers are proud to be recruiting for a unique and highly rewarding opportunity within a specialist SEN school in Leeds. We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant & Travel Buddy to provide tailored classroom support while helping a learner develop the confidence and independence to travel safely using public transport.

This is far more than a traditional Teaching Assistant role. You'll play a key part in preparing a young person for adulthood by developing their independence, resilience and essential life skills.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant & Travel Buddy, you will:

• Provide personalised 1:1 support throughout the school day, enabling the student to access learning and achieve their individual targets.

• Encourage confidence, communication, emotional wellbeing and independence within the classroom.

• Deliver practical travel training before and/or after school, supporting the learner to travel safely and confidently using public transport.

• Teach essential life skills including journey planning, reading timetables, recognising landmarks, road safety and personal safety awareness.

• Gradually reduce support as the learner develops confidence and becomes more independent.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, therapists and other professionals to ensure consistent support and positive outcomes.

• Monitor progress, maintain accurate records and adapt strategies to meet the learner's changing needs.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

• Patient, empathetic and encouraging, with a calm and positive approach.

• Confident using public transport and enthusiastic about teaching practical life skills.

• A strong communicator who can build positive, trusting relationships.

• Proactive, flexible and committed to promoting independence.

• Experienced in education, care or support work (desirable but not essential).

• A full UK driving licence holder (advantageous but not essential).

Why Join NextGen Teachers?

When you register with NextGen Teachers, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive weekly pay.

• A dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.

• Access to exclusive long-term and permanent opportunities across West Yorkshire.

• Free CV guidance, career advice and interview preparation.

• A quick, straightforward registration process.

• Opportunities to secure permanent positions within our partner schools.

At NextGen Teachers, we're passionate about connecting talented education professionals with schools where they can truly make a difference. We take the time to understand your career goals and support you every step of the way.

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can empower a young person to gain the confidence, independence and life skills they'll carry into adulthood, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact the friendly team at NextGen Teachers to find out more about this fantastic opportunity.

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