SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP or September 2026
Pay: From £92.60 per day

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? Do you want to work in a specialist setting where every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference?

NextGen Teachers are working in partnership with a welcoming and well-resourced all-through SEN school in Leeds, supporting pupils from primary through to secondary age. The school is looking to appoint caring, resilient, and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to join their team, with opportunities available for both immediate starts and September 2026 starts.

The school is actively trialling candidates and is keen to meet suitable applicants as soon as possible.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with a wide range of special educational needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, PMLD, complex learning difficulties, communication needs, and medical needs. You will work closely with teaching staff and therapists to help pupils access learning, develop independence, build confidence, and achieve their individual goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of complex SEND needs across the school

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group support to help pupils engage with learning

• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs

• Promote communication, independence, and emotional wellbeing

• Support pupils with personal care and medical needs where required

• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families

• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils

• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND

• A genuine passion for working with pupils with additional needs

• A patient, caring, and resilient approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

• GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science

Desirable

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

• Team Teach training

• Experience within a specialist school or SEND setting

• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, PMLD, or complex needs

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to secure a permanent role within a specialist setting

• Work across an all-through school supporting pupils from a range of age groups

• Join a supportive and experienced SEND team

• Gain valuable experience working alongside teachers, therapists, and specialist professionals

• Immediate trial opportunities available for both ASAP and September positions

If you're looking for a rewarding SEND role where you can have a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or send your CV to charlotte@nextgenteachers.co.uk for immediate consideration.

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