SEN Classroom Teaching Assistant (Supply) Location: BD16, West Yorkshire Contract Type: Supply / Flexible Work About the Role We are currently recruiting for a SEN Classroom Teaching Assistant to work on a supply basis at a supportive specialist school in BD16, West Yorkshire. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) while benefiting from the flexibility of supply work. The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, communication needs, and moderate to complex learning difficulties. As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with classroom teachers to deliver structured and engaging learning experiences while supporting pupils' academic, social, and emotional development. Key Responsibilities - Provide classroom support to pupils with a variety of special educational needs Provide classroom support to pupils with a variety of special educational needs - Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups to support learning and engagement Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups to support learning and engagement - Assist teachers with preparing and delivering adapted learning activities Assist teachers with preparing and delivering adapted learning activities - Support pupils with communication, behaviour, and emotional regulation Support pupils with communication, behaviour, and emotional regulation - Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment - Follow Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies where required Follow Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies where required Requirements - Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable) Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable) - A patient, caring, and adaptable approach to supporting pupils A patient, caring, and adaptable approach to supporting pupils - Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative classroom team Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative classroom team - Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills - A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs - Right to work in the UK Right to work in the UK - An Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) An Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) - Ability to provide 24 months of professional references Ability to provide 24 months of professional references About us We are an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH roles. We work with schools ranging from community schools to multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England, and London, connecting talented educators with meaningful opportunities. We recruit SEN-qualified teachers, teaching assistants, and support staff for both short-term and long-term roles across Primary, Secondary, and specialist SEN schools. As a candidate with us, you will receive support from a team that genuinely cares about your career, taking the time to understand your goals and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a positive impact. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background. Please ensure you are aware of how UK immigration laws apply to your circumstances before applying. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.