Teaching Assistant (SEND) - North Leeds

Position: Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities - SEND)

Location: North Leeds

Contract Type: Temporary (1 year)

Working Hours: Full-time

Start Date: ASAP or September start

Salary: £85-£100 per day (depending upon experience)

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join one of our primary schools and support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. This role involves working with the full primary age range, providing small group interventions to help students achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the class teacher and SEND coordinator.
Implement tailored learning activities to meet the specific needs of pupils with SEND.
Support individual students and small groups, both inside and outside the classroom, to improve their learning outcomes.
Monitor and record pupil progress, maintaining detailed records to support the evaluation of educational plans.
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure a comprehensive support system for the pupils.

Requirements:

Experience working with children with SEND in an educational setting.
Strong understanding of primary education and child development.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting the educational progress of children with special needs.
Relevant qualifications or training in special educational needs is highly desirable.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role to (url removed) or contact Emma on (phone number removed).

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join our team and contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community