Teaching Assistant

Do you have experience working with children with SEND and emotional needs? I have a very welcoming mainstream primary school based in Horbury looking for an experienced teaching assistant to join their team in September 2025. This is a long term position until Easter 2026 with a possible contract for the right person. The Role: As a teaching assistant you will be working closely with the class teacher in KS1 and the SEND team to support the pupil with SEND needs on a 1 to 1 basis. You will be expected to help the pupil engage positively with learning and school life. Responsibilities: Supporting the pupil with learning as well as emotional needs To implement the school behaviour policies and strategies Maintaining a safe and positive environment at all times Assisting the classroom as a teaching assistant wherever needed Building relationships with the pupil as well as staff members and parents The ideal teaching assistant will have experience supporting children with various SEND needs and will have a positive, calm approach. You will be engaging and be able to supports the needs of children with various needs.

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire, GB

Posted Date: 9/9/2025