SEN Teaching Assistant Huddersfield Position: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Contract Type: FullTermOnly Salary: GBP85GBP100 per day (dependent on experience) Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in Huddersfield. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children with diverse additional needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and wider pastoral teams to support pupils with a range of needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties, communication needs, and behavioural challenges. Every day will be different, and you will play a vital role in ensuring students feel safe, confident, and ready to learn. Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and smallsupport to students with special educational needs across Key Stages 14. Implement individualised learning plans (ILPs) and strategies designed by the SENCO and teaching staff. Assist with modifying classroom activities and learning materials to ensure curriculum accessibility for all learners. Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, particularly those with SEMH needs or anxiety around learning. Support pupils in managing emotional and behavioural barriers by using calm, consistent, and restorative approaches. Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to teaching staff and participating in review meetings when required. Help create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment in which every pupil feels valued and supported. Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams, external specialists, and parents/carers.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN or behavioural needs (school, childcare, youth work or care settings). A calm, patient, and empathetic approach, with the ability to remain composed in challenging situations. Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly with pupils. A genuine passion for inclusive education and helping young people overcome barriers to learning. A flexible mindset, willingness to learn, and a proactive attitude within the classroom. Relevant training or qualifications (e.g., Team Teach, PRICE, Autism Awareness) are desirable but not essential.

What the School Can Offer

A welcoming and supportive staff team committed to inclusion and pupil wellbeing. Ongoing training and development opportunities tailored to SEN support. A role where you can make a real impact on the progress and confidence of young people. Opportunities for longprogression, including routes into teaching or behaviour support roles.

How to Apply If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to be part of a dedicated school community in Huddersfield, wed love to hear from you. Please send your CV, along with a brief cover statement, outlining your suitability for the role