SEND Teaching Assistant

Base pay range

Leader Education are seeking dedicated and compassionate Ad Hoc SEND Teaching Assistants to support specialist schools across Leeds. This flexible role is ideal for individuals looking for part-time and hoc bookings, working with children with complex learning needs in a warm and supportive environment.

As an Ad Hoc SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work with pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including communication and interaction difficulties, sensory needs, and physical or medical conditions. Personal care will be required as part of this role.

You will provide both 1:1 support and small-group assistance, helping pupils to access learning, develop essential life skills, and build confidence. Every day will be different, and you will adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of each child you support.

Experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable but not essential. What matters most is a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs and a willingness to learn.

• Youth Work
• Care
• Psychology
• Health & Social Care
• Sport
• Creative Arts
• Or any related fields

Leader Education is dedicated to providing exceptional support to schools and candidates across the Education Sector. We are proud to work closely with SEND schools, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with complex learning needs through our supportive and compassionate approach.

• Ongoing support and training opportunities
• Access to in-house Team Teach and specialist SEND training
• A dedicated consultant to guide and support you
• Full AWR compliance to ensure fair pay and working conditions

As part of our Safer Recruitment process, all candidates must complete our full vetting procedure. An Enhanced Child or Child & Adult DBS will be required. If you don’t currently hold one, you can apply through Leader Education.