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Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistant

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Posted on Jul 2, 2026 by CV-Library
Outwood, City and Borough of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£82.6 - £99.1 Daily
Temporary
Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield

Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT)

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Contract: Day to Day, Long Term, Short Term, Temp to Perm / Term-time only (various hours available)
Salary: 82.62 - 99.14

Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT) is seeking enthusiastic, caring and resilient Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team across our family of primary schools.

You will support pupils who may have special educational needs (SEN), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and behavioural or learning barriers. Your role will be to help pupils access learning, develop positive behaviour strategies, and build confidence and independence within a supportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting pupils in the classroom and in small groups
Assisting with learning activities under the direction of the class teacher
Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional and social development
Helping to implement individual education plans (IEPs)
Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning
Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils and staff

Person Specification

We are looking for candidates who:

Have experience working with children or young people (school experience preferred)
Understand, or are willing to develop understanding of, SEN and behaviour support
Are calm, patient and consistent in their approach
Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Work effectively as part of a team
Have a committed and professional attitude

Our IPMAT Primary Schools (Wakefield Trust)

You may be based in one or more of the following schools:

Ackton Pastures Primary Academy
Ash Grove Primary Academy
Fitzwilliam Primary School
Gawthorpe Community Academy
Girnhill Infant School
Grove Lea Primary School
Half Acres Primary Academy
South Hiendley Primary School
Towngate Primary Academy
These schools form a collaborative group of nine primary academies across the Wakefield area, working together to improve outcomes for children.

What We Offer

Supportive and inclusive working environments
Strong SEN and pastoral support systems
Access to training and professional development
Opportunities for career progression within the Trust
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s education

How to Apply

Please submit your CV or click apply now

Reference: 225321363

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Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistant

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Posted on Jul 2, 2026 by CV-Library

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Outwood, City and Borough of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£82.6 - £99.1 Daily
Temporary
Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield

Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT)

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Contract: Day to Day, Long Term, Short Term, Temp to Perm / Term-time only (various hours available)
Salary: 82.62 - 99.14

Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust (IPMAT) is seeking enthusiastic, caring and resilient Behaviour and SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team across our family of primary schools.

You will support pupils who may have special educational needs (SEN), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and behavioural or learning barriers. Your role will be to help pupils access learning, develop positive behaviour strategies, and build confidence and independence within a supportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting pupils in the classroom and in small groups
Assisting with learning activities under the direction of the class teacher
Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional and social development
Helping to implement individual education plans (IEPs)
Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning
Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils and staff

Person Specification

We are looking for candidates who:

Have experience working with children or young people (school experience preferred)
Understand, or are willing to develop understanding of, SEN and behaviour support
Are calm, patient and consistent in their approach
Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Work effectively as part of a team
Have a committed and professional attitude

Our IPMAT Primary Schools (Wakefield Trust)

You may be based in one or more of the following schools:

Ackton Pastures Primary Academy
Ash Grove Primary Academy
Fitzwilliam Primary School
Gawthorpe Community Academy
Girnhill Infant School
Grove Lea Primary School
Half Acres Primary Academy
South Hiendley Primary School
Towngate Primary Academy
These schools form a collaborative group of nine primary academies across the Wakefield area, working together to improve outcomes for children.

What We Offer

Supportive and inclusive working environments
Strong SEN and pastoral support systems
Access to training and professional development
Opportunities for career progression within the Trust
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s education

How to Apply

Please submit your CV or click apply now
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Reference: 225321363

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