SEND Teaching Assistant

Job title and organisation: SEND Teaching Assistant (Temporary) - Cross Gates Primary School
Salary: £18,123 - £19,380
Hours: 30 hours 50 minutes (term time only), Typically 8.40am-3.20pm (6hrs 10 mins per day)
Contract: Fixed term for 12 months
Location: Cross Gates Primary School
Closing Date and Time: Friday 9th October 2026

Cross Gates Primary School is a welcoming Primary School located in the heart of East Leeds. We pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where we know our children as individuals and we tailor our teaching, learning and nurture to their needs. Our school community is built on strong values of aspiration and care, ensuring that every child feels valued and motivated to succeed. We are committed to creating a positive, supportive atmosphere where staff and pupils thrive together.

We are seeking to appoint a compassionate and dedicated SEND TA to work with our children who have additional needs, particularly those with complex communication needs or children with Social and Emotional needs.

As a SEND TA, you will play a vital role in supporting SEND pupils with complex needs. Under the direction of the SENDCO and class teachers, you will support them to access the curriculum through adaptations and adjustments and to develop their communication and SEMH skills in a safe, nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to SEND pupils with complex needs, promoting their independence and engagement
• Assist in the implementation of individual support plans and interventions
• Work collaboratively with teachers, specialists, and families to meet pupils' needs effectively
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development within the school community
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the SEND coordinator and relevant staff
• Contribute to creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with experienced staff and contribute to our school's inclusive ethos. If you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with complex special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), we would love to hear from you!

Cross Gates Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

All completed application forms must be emailed to recruitment@crossgatesprimary.co.uk - for more information please contact school on 0113 2645763.

Closing date for applications is Friday 9th October 2026

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 20th October 2026

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children's barred list will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy.

We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people.

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Please ensure you are eligible before applying.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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