SEN Teaching Assistant – Pontefract (WF8) Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Pontefract (WF8) Salary: £101.40 per day Job Type: Full-time, Start Date: September About the Role A specialist SEN school in WF8 is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children aged 11-16 with a range of additional needs. You will work closely with pupils with autism, learning difficulties, and behavioural needs, helping them succeed in and out of the classroom. Candidates with backgrounds in youth mentoring, residential care, or mental health support are highly encouraged to apply. A full driving licence is preferred due to location. Responsibilities * Work 1:1 and in small groups * Support lesson delivery and individual learning plans * Manage behaviour using therapeutic strategies * Foster an inclusive and calm environment Requirements * Experience supporting children with SEN * Positive, proactive, and patient * Psychology or related degree desirable Offer * Weekly pay via PAYE * Long-term career opportunity * Access to training and development Click Apply or email