SEN Teaching Assistant – West Leeds

About the role

This full‑time, temporary position supports two young pupils (Reception and Year 1) with special educational needs in a West Leeds primary school. You will work closely with teachers and the resourced provision to ensure the children can access the curriculum and feel safe in the classroom.

Key responsibilities

• Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate in group activities.
• Read aloud, listen to reading, and tell stories to develop literacy.
• Identify and manage triggers to prevent pupils from needing to leave the class.
• Assist teachers with planning differentiated activities and completing records.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and supervise group work.
• Provide calm support to pupils who are upset or have had accidents.

Required profile

• Patient, empathetic and able to build strong relationships with children.
• Minimum two years experience in a primary school setting.
• Experience working with children who display challenging behaviour.
• Good understanding of autism and other special needs.
• Initiative‑driven and able to collaborate with staff and adults.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate of £70‑£85.
• 24/7 access to a personal education recruitment consultant.
• Support with payroll, timesheets and CPD courses.
• Reed Rewards scheme including professional indemnity, life/critical illness cover and a 24‑hour legal helpline.
• Access to a wide network of education opportunities across England and Wales.