Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding new challenge? A fantastic opportunity awaits at a rural SEN school in Boston Spa, where you can be part of not just a school, but a supportive and thriving community. Set in a lovely countryside location, this school offers excellent facilities and a warm, inclusive environment where both staff and students are truly valued. The role offers the chance to make a real impact in a setting that combines the calm of a rural backdrop with the resources of a well-equipped, forward-thinking school. SEN schools like this one need dedicated, patient, and adaptable TAs to support students with additional needs. You’ll often work 1:1 or in small groups, using creative and specialist approaches such as visual aids, sensory play, Makaton, PECs, and therapeutic techniques to support behaviour and learning. It’s a role that’s as meaningful as it is challenging — ideal for someone ready to make a difference every day. Why Work with Zen Educate? Zen Educate is a social enterprise — we do things differently from traditional agencies: * Higher Pay for TAs We reinvest more into educator pay, so your experience is properly rewarded. * Flexible & Transparent Platform Our simple online platform puts you in control — view, manage, and apply for roles directly with full visibility on pay, location, and contract length. * Long-Term Career Support From CPD and SEN-specific training to guidance toward HLTA or teaching routes — we’re here to support your growth. ✅ What You’ll Need: * Experience as a Teaching Assistant (mainstream or SEN) * Confidence supporting children with diverse needs * A calm, proactive, and empathetic mindset * Openness to learning SEN-specific approaches What You’ll Gain: * A fulfilling TA role with real impact * Valuable SEN experience that can open new career paths * A better work-life balance in term-time roles * Competitive pay and expert support from a team that gets education If you're ready to take the next step and join a rural school with a strong sense of community and great facilities, we’d love to help you explore this opportunity. Apply now to speak with our team and find your next SEN role in Boston Spa