Sen Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Primary SEND Specialist
Location: Wakefield
Start Date: Immediate / Flexible Start
Salary: £95 – £110 per day
Contract: Day-to-Day / Long-Term / Potential Permanent Opportunities

Do you have experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND?

Are you confident providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs?

Are you looking for flexible work across different mainstream primary schools in Wakefield?

TeacherActive is working with a number of primary schools across Wakefield and the surrounding areas. We are looking for experienced SEND Specialists to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 on a day-to-day and long-term basis, with potential permanent opportunities also available.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting children with Autism/ASC, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties, learning difficulties and EHCPs.

As a Primary SEND Specialist, you may be responsible for:

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with SEND

• Supporting pupils with EHCP targets

• Delivering small-group interventions

• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour

• Helping pupils access classroom learning

• Working closely with teachers, SENDCOs and other support staff

• Adapting activities and resources around individual needs

• Supporting pupils with communication and social interaction

• Creating a safe, consistent and encouraging learning environment

The successful SEND Specialist will have:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND

• Experience within a primary school or similar education setting

• Knowledge of needs such as Autism/ASC, ADHD and SEMH

• Confidence providing 1:1 and small-group support

• Strong behaviour management and communication skills

• A calm, patient and adaptable approach

• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification is desirable

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated consultant who understands your requirements

• Flexible day-to-day work

• Long-term and potential permanent opportunities

• Competitive rates of pay

• Opportunities across different Wakefield primary schools

• FREE CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend*

• PAYE payments, meaning no admin charges come out of your hard-earned cash

If you have strong SEND experience and want to support pupils across primary schools in Wakefield, apply today to discuss the opportunities currently available.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and finding the right staff for each school and pupil.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.