Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Academic Appointments Ltd

📍 Swillington Common, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Full-time educational-instruction-and-library Posted June 06, 2026

Job Description

SEND Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a caring, patient and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in our Leeds Schools. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusion and making a positive difference to children’s learning, development and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND.

* Help pupils access learning by adapting activities under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo.

* Support pupils’ communication, social, emotional and behavioural needs.

* Promote a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

* Assist with recording progress and sharing observations with teaching staff.

* Support personal care and medical needs where required and appropriate training has been provided.

* Work collaboratively with teachers, parents/carers and external profes...