Primary Teaching Assistant
Some schools feel different the moment you walk in. This is one of them.
Sense Education are working alongside a vibrant, nurturing SEND primary school in North Leeds that does things its own way – in the best possible sense. This is a place where curiosity is encouraged, small wins are celebrated loudly and every child is understood as an individual, not a label.
We’re looking for a Teaching Assistant who brings more than just experience – someone with a naturally playful spirit, a steady presence and the kind of patience that doesn’t feel forced. If you’re the sort of person who instinctively slows things down, tunes in and finds creative ways to connect, you’ll feel right at home here.
A little about the school:
Set in North Leeds, this specialist setting supports children with a range of additional needs, including autism and communication differences. Classrooms are calm, purposeful and thoughtfully structured, with sensory – friendly spaces and a team who genuinely look out for one another. It’s a school where relationships come first – learning follows closely behind.
What your day might look like:
· Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, helping them access learning in ways that work for them
· Turning everyday moments into meaningful progress
· Working closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to create a consistent, reassuring environment
· Bringing imagination into the classroom – whether that’s through play, storytelling or simply seeing things from a child’s perspective
We’re looking for someone who:
· Is emotionally intuitive and resilient
· Communicates with warmth, clarity and respect
· Isn’t afraid to think differently or adapt on the spot
· Understands that progress isn’t always linear – and that’s okay
· Is available to start this September
Qualifications & Requirements
· Minimum qualifications required – A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification or a background in education or care (NVQ, CACHE, Degree or equivalent)
· Experience supporting children with SEND
· Passionate working with young children or adults with disabilities
Working Hours
Monday – Friday
8.30am – 3.30pm
Term – time only
Location – North Leeds
Role Type: Full Time/ Part Time/ Temp - Perm
Pay Rate: £14.60 - £16.90 per hour
If you’re ready for something a little more meaningful this September, we’d love to hear from you.
Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Pay: £14.60-£16.90 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
