Specialist Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Specialist Teaching Assistant – SEN/SEMH (Full-Time)
West Yorkshire
£90 – £100 per day

Are you an experienced and passionate SEN professional looking for a rewarding new role? We are seeking Specialist Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with a wide range of additional needs, including:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)

• Severe/Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (SEN/PMLD)

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

• Communication & Interaction Needs

• Complex Medical Needs

You will work on a 1:1 basis and with small groups, supporting pupils in both classroom and specialist settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality support to pupils with diverse needs.

• Implement tailored strategies to promote engagement, progress, and independence.

• Support behaviour management using positive and proactive approaches.

• Provide personal care and support with moving & handling (training provided if required).

• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider school staff.

Requirements:

✅ Previous experience working with children/young people with SEN
✅ Confidence supporting pupils with SEMH, ASC, and/or complex needs
✅ Willingness to provide personal care and moving/handling support
✅ Full UK driving licence and access to transport (desirable due to school locations)
✅ Must hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS
✅ Team Teach/positive handling training desirable

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rate (£90–£100 per day)

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

• Dedicated consultant support

• Opportunities to work across a variety of specialist schools in West Yorkshire

If you are a passionate, resilient, and reliable SEN professional looking for your next opportunity – we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now with your CV to be considered for an immediate start in 2025/26 academic year.

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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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