Sen Teaching Assistant

Location: Richmond Hill

Description

SEN Teaching Assistant
Immediate or November Start

Qualiteach Yorkshire are looking to appoint caring, motivated and reliable SEN Teaching Assistants to join a highly supportive special school in Leeds.

The school caters for children and young people with a wide range of needs including SEN, Autism, complex learning needs, physical and medical conditions, and social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH). Pupils are aged from 2 to 19 years, and you’ll work as part of a passionate, skilled team committed to helping every learner achieve their full potential.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in pupils’ lives through tailored support, consistency, and care.

The Role:

* Support pupils with additional needs and disabilities, ensuring safety, engagement and access to learning.

* Work closely with the class teacher to deliver lessons and interventions aligned to pupils’ EHCPs and individual learning targets.

* Provide 1:1 and small-group support to promote communication, independence and emotional regulation.

* Assist with behaviour management using Team Teach de-escalation strategies (training provided).

* Support pupils with personal care, feeding, mobility and medical interventions as required (training provided).

* Contribute to assessment and progress records, feeding back on development and achievement.

* Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment.

* Promote cooperation, confidence, and self-esteem among pupils.

What you will need:

* A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.

* Patience, empathy and the ability to build positive relationships.

* Flexibility and resilience – no two days are ever the same!

* Strong teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills.

* Willingness to undertake training (e.g. Safeguarding, Moving & Handling, Team Teach, Medical Interventions).

* Experience working with SEN pupils or transferable care/support experience is desirable.

In return, the school can offer:

* Comprehensive training and CPD, including Team Teach and NHS-led health interventions.

* Support from an experienced and friendly team of professionals.

* Opportunities for career development within a growing and respected school.

* A rewarding environment where you’ll play a vital part in each pupil’s journey.

Benefits of working with Qualiteach Ltd:
When you work with Qualiteach, you’ll have access to:

* Competitive pay rates

* 24/7 access to your personal consultant who specialises in SEN recruitment

* Roles across a wide network of Leeds and West Yorkshire schools

* Ongoing training and professional support