SEN Teaching Assistants

Location: Wakefield

Start Date: September 2026 (with the potential for an earlier start for the right candidate)

Contract: Full-time / term time

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are currently recruiting experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming and supportive specialist setting in the Wakefield area. Due to continued expansion of the school, there are multiple opportunities for passionate and committed individuals to join the growing support team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking environment where staff play a vital role in supporting pupils with additional needs to reach their full potential.

About the School

The school is a well-established specialist provision that caters for students with a range of special educational needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Communication and interaction difficulties
• Complex learning needs

The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, small class sizes, and strong emphasis on personalised learning. Staff work collaboratively to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where every pupil is supported both academically and emotionally.

With continued growth and investment, the school is expanding its provision and facilities, making this an exciting time to join the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored lessons and interventions
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development
• Help create a structured and engaging learning environment
• Monitor and record pupil progress
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents

Requirements

• Essential: Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
• A strong understanding of supporting ASC, SEMH, or complex needs
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Ability to build positive relationships and adapt to individual needs
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing and supportive school community
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Potential to secure a long-term or permanent role
• A rewarding and meaningful career supporting young people

Apply Now

If you have a passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs and want to be part of a growing and dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for a September start — with the possibility of starting earlier for the right candidate.