SEN School | North Leeds | September Start | Temp to Permanent Opportunity
Ready to make a real difference every single day?
Career Teachers is excited to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and well-resourced SEN school in North Leeds for a passionate and dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team this September for the full academic year.
This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people with a range of additional needs in a nurturing, inclusive, and highly rewarding educational environment. The role will initially be offered through Career Teachers, with a strong possibility of transitioning to a permanent contract directly with the school for the right candidate.
The Role
As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to help pupils achieve their full potential both academically and personally. You will play a key role in creating a positive learning environment where every child feels understood, valued, and empowered to succeed.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs
Delivering tailored one-to-one and small-group support
Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Promoting student independence, confidence, and social development
Assisting with personalised learning activities and interventions
Building positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues
What We're Looking For
We would love to hear from candidates who are:
Passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND
Patient, resilient, and enthusiastic
Experienced in education, care, youth work, support work, or similar settings (desirable but not essential)
Strong communicators with a positive and proactive attitude
Committed to helping every learner reach their full potentialWhether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to take the next step into a rewarding education role, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Apply?
✅ Full-time role for the academic year
✅ September 2026 start
✅ Supportive and welcoming SEN school in North Leeds
✅ Excellent training and development opportunities
✅ Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience
✅ Potential to secure a permanent contract with the school
✅ A genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same
About Career Teachers
Career Teachers is committed to connecting talented education professionals with outstanding schools across Yorkshire and beyond. We pride ourselves on building lasting partnerships and supporting candidates throughout every stage of their career journey.
Apply Today
If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with special educational needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now through Career Teachers and take the next step towards a rewarding and fulfilling career in SEN education this September
Salary description
£92.59 - £101.00 per day