Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant – Autism & SLD Focus
Location: Bradford (BD9)
Salary: £88–£115 per day (PAYE – no umbrella companies)
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term
Start Date: September 2025
Be the calm in someone’s day.
We’re looking for a caring, patient, and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting in BD9. You’ll be working closely with pupils aged 3–19 who have autism and severe learning difficulties, helping them feel safe, supported, and understood.
This role is all about connection—not correction. It’s about celebrating small steps, adapting on the go, and building a relationship that goes beyond the classroom.
What you’ll be doing:
Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex needs
Assisting with personal care, sensory support, and structured routines
Using communication tools (e.g. PECS, Makaton) to aid understanding
Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and support teams
✨ What we’re looking for:
Experience working with children or adults with SEND, especially autism or SLD
A calm, consistent approach—even when things get tough
Empathy, patience, and a good sense of humour
Understanding of sensory needs and communication strategies (or a willingness to learn!)
What you get from us:
Weekly pay through PAYE—no hidden deductions
Specialist SEN consultant support (based locally in Bradford)
FREE Thrive and autism-specific CPD training
Long-term roles where your work really matters
Access to brilliant SEND schools across the city
If you’re steady, compassionate, and ready to make a difference—BD9 is calling.
Apply today or message us to find out more.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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