SEN Support
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Bradford, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Early Years Foundation Stage - Nursery |
| Salary | £94 - £110 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | SENSup_1781946003 |
| Job Views | 9 |
- Description
SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary SEN School
We are seeking a compassionate, resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support, including personal care, for pupils with autism, ADHD, and physical disabilities in a nurturing, nature‑rich primary SEN school.
About the School
Our school is set within a beautiful, nature‑focused environment featuring a Forest School area, outdoor classroom, poly tunnel, and allotment.
We provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to build resilience, develop independence, and flourish. Our flexible curriculum is designed to meet the needs of the whole child, ensuring that everything we do positively shapes their future.
The Role
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, and physical disabilities. Many pupils require 1:1 support, including personal care, mobility assistance, and help accessing learning.
You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to create a positive, structured, and engaging learning experience.
Key Responsibilities
- 1:1 Support - Provide tailored assistance to pupils with complex needs, ensuring they can access learning and daily routines.
- Personal Care - Support with toileting, feeding, mobility, and other care needs with dignity and sensitivity.
- Behaviour Support - Use positive behaviour strategies to help pupils regulate and thrive.
- Curriculum Access - Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.
- Support pupils during outdoor learning, including Forest School sessions and sensory exploration.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to deliver consistent, high‑quality support.
About You
- Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, or physical disabilities is highly desirable.
- A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach.
- Comfortable providing personal care and mobility support.
- Able to build trusting relationships and communicate effectively.
- Passionate about helping children grow in independence and confidence.
- Willing to embrace outdoor learning in all seasons.
Apply Today
If you're ready for a role that offers flexibility, variety and the chance to make a real impact across local SEN schools, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact - Olivia ojewitt@veritas-education.com
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.'
