SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant

Start: ASAP End: July 2026 (with potential for a permanent position)
Location: Kirkstall, Leeds
Salary: From £90 - £115 per day

PK Education are proud to be supporting a vibrant and welcoming 1-form-entry primary school in Kirkstall in their search for a SEND Teaching Assistant to start ASAP on a full-time, long-term basis. This school has a strong sense of community, a nurturing ethos, and a dedicated team that truly cares about the development of every child.

You’ll predominantly be supporting pupils entering the new cohort in September, many of whom have Autism, delayed communication and language skills, and social development needs.

Your Role:

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEND
• Support children with communication and interaction difficulties
• Help develop pupils’ social skills and encourage positive relationships
• Assist with personal care where required
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies and interventions such as alternative methods of communication and visual aids

What You’ll Need:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND, ideally Autism, speech & language needs and behaviour that challenges
• A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
• A DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Interested?

We’d love to hear from you! Apply for the SEND Teaching Assistant role with your CV or contact PK Education Leeds on (phone number removed) for more information. This is an incredible long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right person!