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SEN Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 85 - 95 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Pontefract, City and Borough of Wakefield
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
We are looking for a resilient Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant (TA) to work full-time on supply in a specialist school in Pontefract, supporting young people aged 11–19 with a range of complex learning needs.
This inclusive setting provides education for pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties, autism, and associated communication, sensory and physical needs. The school takes pride in offering a nurturing and supportive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential.
The Role:
* Supporting students on a one-to-one and small group basis, adapting learning to meet individual needs.
* Assisting with personal care and medical needs where required.
* Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation using Team Teach strategies.
* Supporting communication through alternative methods such as PECS, Makaton or communication aids (training provided where needed).
* Encouraging independence, social skills and confidence in both classroom and community-based activities.
Requirements:
* Team Teach training is essential.
* Previous experience supporting young people with SEN, ideally within a specialist school or alternative provision.
* A patient, caring approach and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships.
* Flexibility and resilience to meet the varied needs of students with complex profiles.
What We Offer:
* A full-time supply role within a welcoming and supportive school community.
* The opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of young people with additional needs.
* Competitive rates of daily pay in line with your experience and the role and payments only made via PAYE and not umbrella companies.
* 25 free CPD courses at your disposal to keep you updated with current legislation.
If you are an SEN TA with Team Teach certification who is passionate about helping young people, we would love to hear from you. Apply to us today by sending your CV and we will take you through the next stepsBefore You Apply
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