SEN Teaching Assistant

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SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools (Pontefract)

Full‑time and Part‑time Opportunities Available

Are you a patient, resilient and compassionate practitioner with a passion for supporting children with complex needs? We are recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Pontefract, supporting pupils who require consistent, nurturing and highly individualised support to thrive.

???? About the Role

You will be working within mainstream and specialist primary settings, supporting children with a range of complex needs. Your responsibilities may include:

1:1 and small‑group support - helping pupils access learning at their own pace
Supporting communication, sensory and emotional needs
Using positive behaviour strategies to support pupils with challenging behaviour
Creating a safe, structured and engaging learning environment
Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals
Supporting personal care routines, where required???? Who We're Looking For

Experience supporting children with SEN (school, care, youth work or similar)
A calm, patient and proactive approach
Strong behaviour‑support skills
Someone who can build trusting, secure relationships with pupils
A team player committed to helping every child succeed???? What We Offer

Long‑term, full‑time or part‑time roles in supportive Pontefract primary schools
Competitive daily rates
Access to ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training
A dedicated consultant who values your experience and supports your journeyIf you're passionate about making a meaningful difference for children with complex needs and ready to start a rewarding role in Pontefract primary schools, we'd love to hear from you.

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