Teaching Assistant - SEN

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist Provision, Leeds

Location: Leeds
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Long-term / Permanent (depending on suitability)
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently working in partnership with a specialist provision in Leeds that supports children and young people aged 2-19 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school offers a supportive and structured environment, helping pupils to develop both academically and emotionally.

We are seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team and support pupils with a range of additional needs, which may include Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ADHD, communication difficulties, and associated learning needs.

The role will include:

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

• Supporting learning, emotional regulation, and social development

• Working closely with teachers and the wider support staff

• Assisting with personalised learning plans and targeted interventions

• Contributing to a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children or young people with SEND (school-based experience desirable)

• Be patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs

• Have strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships

• Work effectively as part of a team

• Team Teach trained (or willingness to complete)

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

Experience in a specialist or alternative provision is a plus, but we're also very happy to hear from people who have transferable experience and a genuine passion for supporting SEND pupils.

If you are interested in this role, please apply directly to the advert and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.

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