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SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Veritas Education · Deal, Wakefield

SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) at Veritas Education, based in Deal, Wakefield, paying £93 - £115 per day. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£93 - £115 per day
Location
Deal, Wakefield
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 hour ago
Closes
16 Nov 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Bang in line with the market for teaching assistant

Reference job-search/40240-sen-teaching-assistant-sen-ta/sen-support-staff/wakefield/job

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About the role

Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

The Role: Enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants support pupils across mainstream and specialist schools throughout West Yorkshire. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND, helping them access learning, develop independence and reach their full potential.

Direct Support:

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support within the classroom.
  • Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, communication and complex learning needs.
  • Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
  • Support the implementation of EHCPs, Individual Behaviour Plans and personalised strategies.
  • Promote positive behaviour and use appropriate de-escalation techniques when required.
  • Provide emotional, social and pastoral support.
  • Assist with personal care or physical needs where required and appropriate.
  • Monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour and well-being.
  • Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers and external professionals.
  • Update daily behaviour and progress trackers.
  • Log communications with parents and carers onto appropriate data platforms.

    • Requirements:

  • Experienced working with children, young people, vulnerable individuals or within care/support settings - paid or voluntary experience is welcomed.
  • Able to be patient, empathetic and resilient. Calm and confident when managing challenging behaviour.
  • Able to build positive relationships and understand individual pupil needs and triggers.
  • Flexible and willing to adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
  • A strong communicator and effective team player.
  • Qualified to at least GCSE/equivalent in English and Maths.
  • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory. (We can help advise on this)
  • Specialist training/ qualifications (Team Teach, Safeguarding Certificates etc)

    • Why Choose Veritas Education:

  • Market leading Education Recruitment company covering the West Yorkshire area.
  • Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
  • A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
  • An experienced consultant available at all times to help with any queries, questions or support in your next career steps!

    • For further information, please contact

    Hannah Gartshore - [email removed]

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

    Reference: job-search/40240-sen-teaching-assistant-sen-ta/sen-support-staff/wakefield/job · Posted 1 hour ago · Closes 16 Nov 2026 · Listed via Veritas Education

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