SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of children with complex learning and communication needs? Do you possess the resilience and patience required to help vulnerable pupils thrive in a specialist environment? Are you looking for a rewarding, full-time role within a highly supportive educational community?

If so, Randstad Education wants to hear from you. We are currently recruiting a dedicated, empathetic, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant for a fantastic specialist school site in the Leeds area. This role offers an immediate or September start on a full-time, long-term basis.

• Full-time, Monday to Friday (Term-time only)

• Start Date: ASAP or September

• SEN Teaching Assistant

About the School

They are a highly regarded Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre (SILC) dedicated to providing an inclusive, stimulating, and safe learning environment for pupils with wide-ranging Special Educational Needs (SEN). Operating across multiple sites, they cater to a diverse community of learners with complex cognitive, physical, and communication difficulties. They focus heavily on individual progress, independence, and well-being, ensuring that every child is given the tools and confidence to succeed within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Skills Required

• Proven experience working with children or young people with complex needs, such as autism, physical disabilities, or severe learning difficulties.

• A flexible mindset to support students across various age groups and educational activities, from classroom tasks to sensory sessions.

• Strong interpersonal abilities to effectively interact with non-verbal pupils and collaborate with school staff and speech therapists.

• A calm, professional, and patient nature when supporting students who may face frustration or express challenging behaviours.

Job Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils to ensure they can fully access the curriculum and specialised learning resources.

• Assisting the class teacher in managing classroom dynamics and maintaining a safe, positive, and focused environment.

• Supporting students with their personal care, mobility, and sensory regulation needs throughout the school day.

• Monitoring, tracking, and recording student progress, ensuring all safeguarding and pastoral protocols are strictly followed.

Essential Requirements

• Full eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this role).

• An enhanced DBS check covering both children and adults on the update service, or a willingness to undergo a new check via Randstad.

• Previous experience working with children or young adults within a UK school or care setting.

Why Work for Randstad?

When you partner with Randstad Education, you are supported by a global recruitment leader with a deeply personal, local approach. Benefits include:

• Earn £300 in Love2shop vouchers for every person you successfully refer to us (T&Cs apply).

• Free access to professional development courses, including Team Teach training.

• Guidance from a specialist SEND consultant to manage your placement and support your career goals.

How to Apply & Contact Info

If you are ready to start a rewarding career that truly matters, please apply directly or contact the SEN team for further details:

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