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Job Posted: 15 days ago
Salary: £ 90 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: North Yorkshire
Expire in: 13 days
Job Description
Job Title: Special Needs Support Assistant - Primary SEN School
Location: North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Full-Time - Long Term 6+ Month Contract
Salary: £90.00 - £110.00 Per Day (£17,500 - £21,450)
Start Date: September 2025
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs? Do you have the empathy, resilience, and commitment to support young learners with Autism, Asperger's, Communication Difficulties, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? If so, we want to hear from you!
About Us
Veritas Education are working with a dedicated primary special educational needs (SEN) school committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for pupils aged 4 to 11 years old. The learners are at the heart of everything the school do, and we take pride in helping each child reach their full potential through personalised support and an inclusive curriculum.
The Role
Veritas Education are looking to support school in recruiting multiple compassionate and enthusiastic Special Needs Support Assistants to join their dynamic and supportive team. You will work closely with teachers, other support staff, NHS Staff/therapists, and parents to provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of needs, including:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Asperger's Syndrome
Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN)
SEMH and behavioural challenges
Key Responsibilities
Deliver individualised support based on pupils' EHCPs and learning plans
Support emotional regulation and social interaction
Use strategies such as PECS, Makaton, visual aids, and sensory approaches to help support and develop learners communication.
Foster independence, confidence, and engagement in learning
Contribute to planning and reviewing progress with the wider SEN team
De-escalate and manage crisis/at-risk behaviour
Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
What We're Looking For
Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs, from either within a school setting or another sector (Care, Sports Coaching, Support Work for exmaple)
Knowledge of Autism/Special Needs, communication strategies, and behaviour support
A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility and willingness to learn
Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) are desirable but not essential
If you think this is the ideal role for you, please apply to the role direct, or send a copy of your CV to George Walton, on the contact details below!
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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 communityBefore You Apply
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