Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant
Veritas Education · Wakefield, Wakefield
Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant at Veritas Education, based in Wakefield, Wakefield, paying £93 - £115 per day. This is a part-time role.
- Salary
- £93 - £115 per day
- Location
- Wakefield, Wakefield
- Contract
- Part-time
- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Closes
- 18 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
Bang in line with the market for teaching assistant
Reference job-search/40277-unqualified-sen-teaching-assistant/sen-support-staff/wakefield/
About the role
Veritas Education | Wakefield
Pay: £93.00-£115.00 per day, depending on experienceContract: Full-time, part-time and day-to-day supply opportunities available
The Role
Veritas Education is looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and flexible Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistants to support a range of special educational needs schools across Wakefield.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to begin a career in education, gain valuable classroom experience or return to working in schools. You do not necessarily need previous school-based experience, as skills gained through childcare, care work, support work, sports coaching or other roles can be highly transferable!
You will support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism, Down Syndrome, Asperger's and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to access learning, develop independence and enjoy a positive school experience.
Key Responsibilities
Providing classroom and 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs.
Supporting pupils with their learning, engagement and personal development that are SEN.
Promoting positive behaviour and helping pupils manage challenging situations.
Using your initiative to respond to pupils' changing needs throughout the school day.
Creating a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to meet individual pupil needs.
Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, communication skills and independence.
Requirements
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
Some experience of working with young people, whether professionally, through education or in your personal life.
A patient, empathetic and understanding approach.
Flexibility and the ability to adapt to different pupils, classrooms and learning environments.
Confidence in using your initiative and responding calmly to changing situations.
A willingness to learn, develop new skills and attend relevant training opportunities.
Why Choose Veritas Education:
For further information, please contact
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
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.'
Reference: job-search/40277-unqualified-sen-teaching-assistant/sen-support-staff/wakefield/ · Posted 3 hours ago · Closes 18 Nov 2026 · Listed via Veritas Education
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