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SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary School
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SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary School
SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary School
Starting September 2026
Leeds | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | Temporary
Be the Person Who Helps a Child Believe They Can
Some children need a little extra support to thrive in school. Whether it's helping them stay focused during lessons, build friendships, communicate their needs, or develop confidence in the classroom, the right support can make all the difference.
Leader Education is working with primary schools in Leeds to recruit SEND Teaching Assistants who can provide consistent support to pupils with additional learning and developmental needs.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, building positive relationships, and celebrating the small wins that have a big impact on a child's education.
What You'll Be Doing
No two days are exactly the same, but your role will involve supporting pupils both academically and socially throughout the school day.
You Will
- Work alongside teachers to support pupils with SEND in the classroom
- Provide 1:1 and small-group interventions
- Encourage pupils to engage in lessons and school activities
- Support children with communication, social interaction, and emotional development
- Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Adapt support strategies to suit individual learning needs
- Promote independence and confidence both inside and outside the classroom
- Celebrate progress and help pupils achieve their personal goals
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You may support children with a range of needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and moderate learning difficulties.
Who Could Be a Great Fit?
We're looking for individuals who are naturally patient, encouraging, and enthusiastic about helping children succeed.
Applications Are Welcomed From People With Experience In
- Education and childcare
- Early Years settings
- Youth work
- Care and support work
- Psychology and Education studies
- Sports coaching
- Drama and performing arts
- Health & Social Care
- Community-based support roles
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School experience is beneficial, but it's your attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn that matter most.
Why This Role?
This is an opportunity to become an important part of a child's educational journey.
You'll gain valuable experience working within a supportive school environment, develop your SEND knowledge, and have the chance to make a lasting impact on the children you support every day.
Why Choose Leader Education?
- Weekly pay through compliant umbrella payroll
- Free Team Teach training
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Dedicated support from an experienced consultant
- Long-term, temporary opportunities
- Full AWR compliance
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks and an Enhanced DBS. If you do not currently hold one, Leader Education can support you with the application process.
Interested?
If you're looking for a role where patience, encouragement, and positivity can genuinely change a child's experience of school, we'd love to hear from you.
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