SEND Teaching Assistant

Role: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield | Pontefract | Batley | Dewsbury
Contract: Supply (short-term / long-term / permanent opportunities)
Salary: £90–£110 per day (dependent on experience)

SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support schools across the Wakefield area. Flexible full-time and part-time roles available, starting ASAP and continuing through the academic year.

The Role

• Full classroom support, small groups, and 1:1 work
• Support pupils with SEND (ASC, ADHD, PMLD, SEMH, sensory & communication needs)
• Work closely with teachers to create a safe, positive learning environment

Requirements

✔ Patient, resilient, and caring approach
✔ Right to Work in the UK
✔ Enhanced Child DBS (Update Service) or willingness to obtain one
✔ Two professional references covering the last two years

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.
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