Description

SEN Support Teaching Assistant – Primary Schools (Leeds)
Leeds | Full-time | £90-£110 per day
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025

We are working with a number of vibrant and inclusive primary schools across Leeds seeking passionate and dedicated SEN Support Teaching Assistants to join their teams on a temporary-to-permanent basis.

About the Role:

As a SEN Support TA, you’ll work closely with pupils with a variety of special educational needs, offering both 1:1 support and small group interventions. You will be supporting pupils in and out of the classroom, helping them access the curriculum and thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and group support to pupils with SEN

Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and other complex needs

Deliver structured interventions using tools such as PECS and Makaton

Implement behaviour support strategies and set clear boundaries

Foster a nurturing, safe, and inclusive learning environment

Liaise with professionals including teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies such as social services

Encourage independence and personal growth for pupils from diverse and often disadvantaged backgrounds

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working with children with SEN in a school or similar setting

Confidence in managing challenging behaviour positively and effectively

A nurturing approach with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable pupils

Ability to build strong, supportive relationships with pupils and staff

Experience or willingness to learn PECS, Makaton, or similar communication methods

Why Join Our Schools?

Supportive leadership and strong safeguarding practices

Access to outdoor learning environments and excellent SEN resources

Opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of young learners

Routes to permanent contracts for the right candidates

If you’re ready to become a positive role model and help shape brighter futures, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration or for roles starting in September 2025.

For further information please call Emma Bjelan on (phone number removed) or email with a CV and cover letter to (url removed)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

‘Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community