We are working with a special needs school based in Bradford where their pupils always come first. The pupils are aged 2 to 11 with severe learning difficulties, profound and complex needs and therefore the Teaching Assistant may have to undertake personal care. As a Teaching Assistant you will be supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties and profound, complex needs in accessing education and achieving their full potential. This includes providing personal care, assisting with communication, and supporting learning difficulties under the guidance of the class teacher and SEN team. Key Responsibilities include: Assist pupils with personal care in a respectful and dignified manner Support pupils with physical disabilities, medical needs, and sensory impairments Help implement individual education plans and behaviour support strategies Facilitate communication using AAC tools, Makaton or other systems Promote social, emotional, and physical development through structured activities Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals Record and report pupil progress and any concerns promptly Essential Skills & Qualities: Empathy & patience The ability to follow safeguarding and confidentiality protocols Excellent communication skills - verbal and non-verbal Team player with a flexible and proactive approach Physically able to assist with moving and handling pupils safely Qualifications & Experience Teaching Assistant Level 2 or equivalent as a minimum standard Experience of working with SEN Children and Young people Trained in personal care, moving and handling and safeguarding Knowledge of communication systems eg Makaton/PECS or something similar For this role of SEN Teaching Assistant you will require an enhanced DBS with the update service and provide a minimum of 2 years references in a similar role