Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Do you have previous classroom experience and a passion for helping pupils reach their full potential?
New Directions Education is currently recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work in a range of primary and secondary schools across the Bradford area. We have both flexible day-to-day supply opportunities and long-term placements available.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a variety of additional needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their individual goals. You may work on a 1:1 basis, with small intervention groups, or support the wider classroom environment.
You could be supporting students with:
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
ADHD
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Additional educational and behavioural needs
Key Responsibilities
Provide classroom-based support to pupils with SEN
Work closely with teachers to deliver tailored learning activities
Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
Adapt learning resources to meet individual needs
Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence
Implement behaviour management strategies where required
Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment
Essential Requirements
Previous experience working within a classroom setting is essential
Experience supporting children or young people with SEN is highly desirable
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A patient, caring, and adaptable approach
The ability to work effectively as part of a team
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
Why Join New Directions?
We understand that every education professional is different. Whether you’re seeking the flexibility of supply work or looking for a longer-term role to develop your career, we can help you find opportunities that match your skills and aspirations.
Apply Today
If you have previous classroom experience and are passionate about supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, we’d love to hear from you.
Join New Directions Education and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people across Bradford.
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
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