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SEN Teaching Assistant

£500 - £560 per week
Full-time

SEN Teaching Assistant – ASD / Complex Needs / SEMH Wakefield Specialist School | x2 Posts (Potential x3) | Full-Time | Up to £560 per week

Make a Real Difference in Young People's Lives

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join our specialist school in Wakefield, supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Complex Needs, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing, inclusive environment where you will help transform lives every day.

The Role

Working closely with class teachers and the wider SEND team, you will provide tailored one-to-one and small group support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential. You will play a vital role in supporting students' academic progress, social development, and emotional wellbeing in a specialist setting.

What We Offer

  • Full-time, term-time position – Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm
  • Competitive salary – Up to £560 per week
  • Full induction and ongoing professional development
  • A supportive team environment alongside experienced SEN professionals
  • Long-term, stable opportunity with excellent career pathways into education, psychology, or therapy

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • A TeamTeach qualification – current or expired qualifications will be considered, provided you have relevant experience
  • Hands-on experience working with pupils with ASD, Complex Needs, and/or SEMH
  • A calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour support
  • A genuine passion for making a difference in young people's lives
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamworking skills
  • Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

  • Psychology degree or relevant qualification (2:1 or higher)
  • Full UK driving licence

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you. Please contact [Name] at [email/phone] or visit [website] to request an application pack.

Interviews are taking place immediately — don't miss this opportunity to join our dedicated team.

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Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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