We are currently recruiting SEN Support Assistants to work in specialist educational settings across West Yorkshire.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with additional needs, including complex needs, personal care requirements, and challenging behaviour.
Role Details:
Location: West Yorkshire
Pay: £90–£105 per day
Hours: Full-time, school hours (Monday–Friday)
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs
Assisting with personal care where required
Managing and supporting challenging behaviour
Working closely with teaching staff and multidisciplinary teams
Creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment
We are looking for candidates with backgrounds in:
Residential care
Health and social care
Youth work
Prison/probation services
Care/support work or similar settings
Requirements:
Full-time availability (school hours)
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (child or child & adult) or willingness to apply
Ability to provide 36 months of references
A patient, resilient, and proactive approach
Desirable (but not essential):
Moving and Handling training
Team Teach (or other behaviour management training)
Full UK Driving License
If you’re passionate about making a difference and have experience supporting vulnerable individuals, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply with your CV below and our SEN consultant will be in touch.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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Salary description
£90.00 - £105.00 per day