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.
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Full:time, Monday to Friday (Term:time only)
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Start Date: ASAP or September
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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
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Proven experience working with children or young people with complex needs, such as autism, physical disabilities, or severe learning difficulties.
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A flexible mindset to support students across various age groups and educational activities, from classroom tasks to sensory sessions.
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Strong interpersonal abilities to effectively interact with non:verbal pupils and collaborate with school staff and speech therapists.
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A calm, professional, and patient nature when supporting students who may face frustration or express challenging behaviours.
Job Responsibilities
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Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils to ensure they can fully access the curriculum and specialised learning resources.
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Assisting the class teacher in managing classroom dynamics and maintaining a safe, positive, and focused environment.
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Supporting students with their personal care, mobility, and sensory regulation needs throughout the school day.
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Monitoring, tracking, and recording student progress, ensuring all safeguarding and pastoral protocols are strictly followed.
Essential Requirements
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Full eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this role).
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An enhanced DBS check covering both children and adults on the update service, or a willingness to undergo a new check via Randstad.
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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:
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Earn GBP300 in Love2shop vouchers for every person you successfully refer to us (T and Cs apply).
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Free access to professional development courses, including Team Teach training.
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Guidance from a specialist SEND consultant to manage your placement and support your career goals.
How and Contact Info
If you are ready to start a rewarding career that truly matters, please or contact the SEN team for further details:
Email: Call: 246