Teaching Assistant - SEN Specialist

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds
Contract: Temporary to Permanent, Term-Time Only
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £90-£95 per day (dependent on experience)

About the Role

NextGen Teachers is working with a Specialist SEN school in Leeds to recruit Teaching Assistants to support children and young people aged 2-19 with complex communication and sensory needs. Learners follow individual EHCP targets within a structured, routine-based setting that supports communication, engagement, and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support learners with complex needs, including PMLD and non-verbal learners

• Deliver communication-focused support in line with EHCP targets

• Use communication aids such as Makaton, symbols, and objects of reference

• Provide sensory support, including sensory circuits

• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour

• Work as part of a high staff-to-learner ratio team

• Provide personal care where required

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people with complex SEN needs

• Experience providing personal care

• Patient, empathetic, and confident supporting behaviour

• Understanding of safeguarding and record-keeping

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English, Maths, and Science

If you're passionate about supporting children and young people aged 2-19 to communicate and thrive, apply directly to this advert or email your CV to charlotte@nextgenteachers.co.uk.

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