SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a caring, adaptable, and reliable SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work across Skipton and the surrounding areas?

Academics are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with additional needs across our partner mainstream primary schools in Skipton. This rewarding role involves working closely with individual pupils and small groups, helping children with SEN access learning, build confidence, and thrive in the classroom environment.

We are looking for candidates who are confident supporting a range of special educational needs and who can quickly adapt to different school settings.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you may be required to:

Support children on a 1:1 basis or within small groups
Assist pupils with a range of additional needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech & language, and learning difficulties
Work alongside class teachers to support learning and classroom routines
Encourage positive behaviour and engagement
Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
Adapt to different mainstream school environments across SkiptonWe Are Looking For Someone Who:

Has experience supporting children with SEN within a school or similar setting
Is calm, patient, and nurturing in their approach
Can confidently support behaviour management strategies
Is reliable, honest, and professional
Is flexible and happy to work in different partner schools
Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needsWhat Academics Offers

Competitive daily rates of pay
Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
Day-to-day, short-term, and long-term placements
Weekly pay through Academics
Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of mainstream schools