SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield Primary

• Location: Wakefield area, West Yorkshire
• Position: Full-Time, long-term
• Start: ASAP
• Salary: Competitive

Join our dedicated team at a nurturing and inclusive primary school in the Wakefield area, where we pride ourselves on creating an environment where every child can thrive. We are committed to providing the care and education every pupil deserves.

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a non-verbal, autistic pupil in Year One who requires assistance with personal care, including wearing nappies. This full-time role is crucial in helping the child achieve their full potential in a mainstream classroom setting.

• Provide individualized support to a non-verbal, autistic pupil in Year One.
• Assist with personal care needs, including changing nappies.
• Implement and adapt individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet the pupil’s specific needs.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and other professionals to monitor and report on the pupil’s progress.
• Support the pupil’s social and emotional well-being, encouraging positive interactions with peers.
• Assist with classroom activities and ensure the pupil’s safety and engagement.

• Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly autism.
• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
• Ability to assist with personal care needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 3, NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent).
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to make a significant impact on a child’s life.

If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and want to be part of a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your applicaiton and will be in contact with successful applicants.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.