SEN Teaching Assistant (Care Background), Leeds

  • Location: Leeds
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £95 per day
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
  • Posted:

Job Description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual with a strong background in care? Do you have experience supporting children and a genuine passion for making a positive difference in their lives? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are currently seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs within a nurturing and inclusive school environment.

About You

You will bring a caring, patient, and resilient approach, with proven experience working with children in a similar setting. Whether your background is in education, residential care, or support work, your ability to build trust and provide emotional and behavioural support will be key.

The Role

  • Support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) on a 1:1 or small group basis
  • Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
  • Provide personal care and emotional support where required
  • Help create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment
  • Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

Essential Requirements

  • Experience working with children in a care, support, or educational setting
  • A strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
  • A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to take the next step in a fulfilling and impactful role.

Apply today to start making a real difference in a child’s educational journey.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term teaching roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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