1-1 Complex SEN Teaching Assistant

Support Children with Complex Special Educational Needs to Thrive

At Teaching Personnel, we are excited to offer an inspiring opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant with a specialism in complex SEN to join a supportive school community in Leeds. This role is ideal for someone passionate about inclusive education and making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide one-to-one support to pupils with complex special educational needs
• Adapt and implement strategies tailored to individual learning and care needs
• Work closely with teachers and multidisciplinary teams to support pupils’ progress and wellbeing
• Foster a nurturing, patient, and inclusive environment that encourages pupils to reach their full potential
• Participate actively in training and professional development opportunities
• Promote high standards of care, learning, and behaviour in line with school policies

What We’re Looking For:
• Proven experience supporting children with complex SEN in an educational setting
• A nurturing and flexible approach to meeting individual pupil needs
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work independently
• Commitment to the principles of inclusive education and pupil wellbeing
• Enthusiasm for helping every child achieve their potential

About Us:
We uphold high standards and safeguarding practices. FREE safeguarding and Prevent Duty training provided.

Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities seriously. All staff undergo thorough interviewing, referencing checks, and Enhanced DBS checks registered on the Update Service.

How to apply
If you are an enthusiastic, motivated Teaching Assistant in the Leeds area, ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you. please apply today. If you’d prefer to have a conversation first or have any questions about the position, feel free to get in touch with Esther on esther.smith@teachingpersonnel.com. We’re happy to chat and provide any further information you might need!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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