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SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary - 11-19)
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- Keighley
- Temporary
- Full Time
- £31,025 - £35,040 Per Day
Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary – 11–19)
Beckfoot Hazelbeck School, Keighley
Contract: Long Term, Day to Day and Temp to Perm
Working Pattern: Term Time Only, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner by agreement)
About the Role
Beckfoot Hazelbeck School is seeking a committed, caring, and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team supporting pupils aged 11–19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
This is a highly rewarding role within a specialist secondary setting, where you will support students with complex learning needs, communication difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
A key aspect of this role includes supporting pupils with personal care needs, ensuring dignity, respect, and independence are promoted at all times.
Key Responsibilities
Support students aged 11–19 with a range of SEND needs in both classroom and practical settings.
Provide one-to-one and small group support to promote learning, independence, and engagement.
Assist with the delivery of personalised learning programmes under the direction of teaching staff.
Support pupils with personal care needs, including toileting and hygiene, in a safe and respectful manner.
Help manage behaviour in line with individual support plans and school policies.
Promote communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to support pupil development.
Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will have:
Experience working with children or young people with SEND (preferred but not essential).
A calm, patient, and caring approach.
Willingness and confidence to support personal care routines.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
The ability to remain resilient and positive in a challenging but rewarding environment.
A genuine commitment to supporting young people with additional needs to achieve their potential.
A welcoming, supportive, and highly experienced SEN team.
A rewarding role making a real difference in the lives of young people.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
A well-resourced specialist learning environment.
The opportunity to develop skills in a specialist secondary setting (11–19).
We Offer
How to Apply
Please complete the application form and submit a supporting statement outlining your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.
We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and who are committed to inclusive education at Beckfoot Hazelbeck School
Beckfoot Hazelbeck School, Keighley
Contract: Long Term, Day to Day and Temp to Perm
Working Pattern: Term Time Only, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner by agreement)
About the Role
Beckfoot Hazelbeck School is seeking a committed, caring, and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team supporting pupils aged 11–19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
This is a highly rewarding role within a specialist secondary setting, where you will support students with complex learning needs, communication difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
A key aspect of this role includes supporting pupils with personal care needs, ensuring dignity, respect, and independence are promoted at all times.
Key Responsibilities
Support students aged 11–19 with a range of SEND needs in both classroom and practical settings.
Provide one-to-one and small group support to promote learning, independence, and engagement.
Assist with the delivery of personalised learning programmes under the direction of teaching staff.
Support pupils with personal care needs, including toileting and hygiene, in a safe and respectful manner.
Help manage behaviour in line with individual support plans and school policies.
Promote communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to support pupil development.
Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will have:
Experience working with children or young people with SEND (preferred but not essential).
A calm, patient, and caring approach.
Willingness and confidence to support personal care routines.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
The ability to remain resilient and positive in a challenging but rewarding environment.
A genuine commitment to supporting young people with additional needs to achieve their potential.
A welcoming, supportive, and highly experienced SEN team.
A rewarding role making a real difference in the lives of young people.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
A well-resourced specialist learning environment.
The opportunity to develop skills in a specialist secondary setting (11–19).
We Offer
How to Apply
Please complete the application form and submit a supporting statement outlining your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.
We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and who are committed to inclusive education at Beckfoot Hazelbeck School