Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Full-Time / Permanent

Location: Leeds (LS9)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £19,500 - £20,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)

• Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
• Do you thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment where every day brings a new opportunity to help young people grow and succeed?

If so, NextGen Teachers is proud to be recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join the wonderful team at a Specialist School based in Leeds (LS9) starting as soon as possible.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children with a range of additional needs, including autism (ASC), social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), and complex learning difficulties.

You will:

• Work closely with class teachers to deliver tailored support and engaging lessons

• Provide one-to-one and small group assistance to help pupils achieve their learning goals

• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour

• Create a nurturing, safe and inclusive classroom environment

• Contribute to the school's ethos of care, respect and achievement for all learners

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in working with children or young people with SEN (school or care setting experience welcome)

• Empathetic, patient and able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils

• A great communicator and proactive team player

• Ideally qualified to Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)

• Able to commit to a full-time, permanent position and be a consistent part of the school community

• In possession of (or willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS certificate

Why Join

• Permanent position in a supportive, welcoming SEN school

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

• Competitive salary and clear progression routes

• A chance to make a lasting impact in a child's life every single day

• Dedicated support from NextGen Teachers throughout your journey

Apply Today!

If you're ready to join a passionate team and make a meaningful difference, apply now or get in touch with NextGen Teachers for more information.

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