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Posted 23 Oct 2026
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Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Location
Bradford, West Yorkshire
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
£93 - £100 per day + 13 weeks holiday

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEND School

NextGen Teachers | Bradford | Full-Time | Long-Term Contract | Immediate Start

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs?

NextGen Teachers are working in partnership with a specialist SEND school in Bradford to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term positions starting ASAP.

The school supports pupils with a range of complex needs, including autism, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). We are looking for caring, patient and adaptable individuals who can support pupils with their learning, communication and personal development.

The Role

  • Support pupils with complex SEND on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.

  • Assist teachers with delivering engaging, personalised learning activities.

  • Support communication, sensory needs and emotional regulation.

  • Encourage independence, confidence and the development of essential life skills.

  • Help create a safe, structured and positive learning environment.

  • Work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to meet individual needs.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND is desirable.

  • A patient, caring and proactive approach.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • The ability to adapt to individual needs and build positive relationships.

  • A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve their potential.

Experience in a special school, care setting or support role is beneficial, and candidates with transferable skills are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

  • Full-time, term-time hours, Monday to Friday.

  • Long-term contracts with immediate starts available.

  • Experience within a specialist SEND setting.

  • Ongoing support from the NextGen Teachers team.

Apply Today!

If you are enthusiastic about supporting pupils with complex needs and are available to start ASAP, we want to hear from you!

Apply now through NextGen Teachers for an opportunity to make a real difference.

All placements are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.

Charley Alexander
Head of NextGen Teachers

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