Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Company: Career Teachers UK
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Location: Leeds
Job Description:

Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Full Time Roles (September Start)

Term Time Only | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs? Do you bring patience, creativity and a nurturing approach to your work? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive school to recruit dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistants to join their team from 3rd September, for the full academic year.

The Role

As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning, develop key life skills and thrive in a positive, inclusive environment.

This is a full-time position (Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, term time only), with opportunities for part-time arrangements for the right candidate.

The positions will initially be offered through Career Teachers, with a strong view to a permanent contract with the school for successful candidates.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking individuals who are:

  • Experienced in working with children or young people with additional needs (essential)
  • Compassionate, resilient, and able to build strong, trusting relationships
  • Confident supporting a range of needs, including SEMH, autism, and communication difficulties
  • Flexible and proactive, with a genuine passion for inclusive education

Desirable (but not essential)

  • Team Teach training
  • Knowledge of Makaton or PECS
  • Experience in a school or specialist setting

Don’t worry if you don’t have these yet – training can be provided for the right candidate.

What’s On Offer

  • A supportive and welcoming school environment
  • The opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people’s lives
  • Ongoing professional development and training
  • A clear pathway to a permanent position

Apply Now

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a rewarding, meaningful role, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us this September and help shape brighter futures.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026