SEN Support Mainstream Primary School - Huddersfield

West Yorkshire Source: WhatJobs

£95–£100/day

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary Schools

Location: Huddersfield & surrounding areas

Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible day-to-day

Start Date: Immediate & Upcoming Term Starts

Are you an experienced or aspiring SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in the classroom?

We are partnering with a variety of welcoming mainstream primary schools across Huddersfield that require dedicated, compassionate support staff to work alongside pupils with additional educational needs. Whether you are looking for long-term consistency or flexible day-to-day work around your schedule, we have immediate opportunities available.

The Role

Providing 1:1 and small group support to children with additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, and speech and language delays.
Assisting the class teacher with differentiated learning activities and positive behaviour strategies.
Creating an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment.
Supporting pupils with sensory breaks, emotional regulation, and social communication.

What We Are Looking For

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN (school, care, nursery, or youth work backgrounds welcome).
A calm, patient, and proactive approach to behaviour support and learning development.
Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning, Team-Teach, or Makaton) are advantageous but not essential.
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer

Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
Dedicated, local support from experienced education recruiters based right in your area.
Opportunities for permanent school contracts and long-term career progression.
Access to ongoing CPD and safeguarding training.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your up-to-date CV directly or contact our team for an informal, confidential chat about the primary school roles we currently have open across Huddersfield.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

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