SEN Teaching Assistant WF

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant WF4
Job Title:

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:

Wakefield – WF4
Pay: £460–£600 per week
Contract Type:
Full-time, Long-term / Day - to - Day

Start Date:

Immediately

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? A local school in Wakefield (WF4) is seeking a dedicated and empathetic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and provide hands-on support to pupils with a range of learning needs.

About the School:

The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment, encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence, and resilience. Staff work collaboratively to ensure each student can achieve their potential in a structured and supportive setting.

About the Role:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties. You’ll help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, contributing to a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

Work 1:1 or in small groups to provide targeted academic and emotional support

Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation under teacher guidance

Contribute to individual support plans and monitor pupil progress

Build meaningful relationships that foster confidence and independence

Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment

Qualifications:

Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential

Strong communication, patience, and resilience

Genuine interest in SEN and child development

An up-to-date CV and enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or willingness to apply)

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils in Wakefield.

To apply for the position of SEN Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV now.

To work with GSL Education as an SEN Teaching Assistant, you should:

Have the right to work in the UK

Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years

Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one

For more information or to apply, please contact Sam Scott at  at GSL Education.

To apply for this role, please submit your CV via the application link