SEND Teaching Assistant

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SEND Teaching Assistant

The post is required for :
As soon as possible

Pay Scale :
Dependent on experience

The Governing Body and Head Teacher wish to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant to work with children on a 1 : 1 basis, small groups for intervention and to support the class teacher with teaching and learning within our school.

The successful candidates will :

• Support children individually, in groups and across a class
• Work with the class teachers in supporting teaching and learning
• Inspire and engage children creatively in the learning process
• Have a high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
• Be committed to our school and maintaining effective relationships within our school community
• Be committed to the happiness, wellbeing self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school
• Be willing to participate fully in the life of the school
• Preferably be a practising Catholic or willing to support the ethos and practices of our Catholic school

• Knowledge or understanding of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Experience or familiarity with Intensive Interaction.
• Previous experience working with children with SEND in a school or similar setting.

Closing date :
Noon on Friday 2 January 2026

Interviews : w / b 5 January 2026

For further information and / or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office.

Safeguarding Statement

The diocese of Leeds is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Applicants are advised that schools and colleges designated with a religious character in England and Wales are permitted by law to require certain posts to be filled by practising Catholics or individuals who hold a Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies. Where it is not a requirement of the role to be a practising Catholic, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.