SEN Teaching Assistant - Early Years

SEN Teaching Assistant - Early Years Job role: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Leeds Contract Type: Full-time (5 days a week) Salary: £120 - £150 per day Start Date: ASAP and long term

Are you experienced in supporting children with complex special educational needs?

Aspire People are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a primary school with children who have ASD. This is a challenging yet rewarding role, ideal for candidates who are experienced in working with young people with SEN and have a passion for making a positive impact on SEN children.

About the Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant in this role, you will be working with children who have complex autism, this ranges from mild to severe. Some children will also be non-verbal. You will be supporting them throughout their school day, helping them to manage their emotions and behaviour, and encouraging positive engagement in learning.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with ASD, some non-verbal, some with behavioural challenges and emotional struggles
• Working closely with the school's SENCo to discuss challenges, and monitor progress
• Supporting children both academically and socially to help them feel included and engaged with other children
• Building positive, trusting relationships with children to support their personal development and wellbeing

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a UK school
• Previous experience working in a SEND role or with SEN children
• It would be beneficial if you have worked in a specialist school
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to managing challenging behaviour
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• A proactive and resilient attitude towards supporting children with complex needs

Why Aspire People? Aspire People is a leading education recruitment agency, specialising in placing dedicated staff in schools where they can make a real difference.

How to Apply: If you have the experience and skills to support children with complex special educational needs, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to Demi at Aspire.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks