Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
- Leeds
- £480-560 per week
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Individualized support delivery - Providing tailored 1:1 interventions to help pupils access the curriculum and develop independent learning skills
- Small group facilitation - Leading targeted sessions focused on social skills, emotional regulation, and academic progress
- Collaborative curriculum support - Working alongside specialist teachers and therapists to implement personalized learning plans
- Behavioral support strategies - Using evidence-based approaches to support positive behavior and emotional wellbeing
- Progress monitoring - Contributing to detailed assessment records and celebrating student achievements
- Family liaison - Building positive relationships with parents and carers to support holistic student development
- Up to £560 per week (£29,120 annually)
- Full-time stability with Monday-Friday schedule
- School holiday benefits aligned with term times
- Potential for salary progression with experience and additional qualifications
- Extensive induction program covering autism, ADHD, and SEMH support strategies
- Access to specialist SEN training courses and workshops
- Mentorship from experienced SEN professionals and educational psychologists
- Makaton and communication support training opportunities
- Positive behavior support and de-escalation techniques certification
- Direct pathways to Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, or SEN Teaching careers
- Strong university partnerships for postgraduate study applications
- Professional references from SEN specialists to strengthen career applications
- Experience across diverse SEN conditions and age ranges
- Leadership opportunities including peer mentoring and student council support
- Work in a collaborative, well-resourced Leeds specialist school
- Small class sizes enabling meaningful relationships with students
- Access to specialist facilities including sensory rooms and therapy spaces
- Strong staff wellbeing support and regular supervision
- Multi-disciplinary team including occupational therapists, speech therapists, and counselors
- 2:1+ degree in any subject (Psychology, Education, Social Work, Health Sciences particularly valued)
- Exceptional patience and empathy - understanding that progress may be gradual but deeply meaningful
- Outstanding communication skills with young people, families, and professional colleagues
- Emotional resilience and ability to remain calm in challenging situations
- Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available)
- Previous work with SEN, autism, or ADHD populations (professional, voluntary, or personal)
- Youth work, mentoring, or support worker experience
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice and its impact on learning
- Experience with behavior management techniques
- First Aid and safeguarding training (or willingness to obtain)