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SEND Teaching Assistant – Special School
Bradford
Temporary – Term Time Only

PK Education is partnering with special schools in the Bradford area, seeking experienced Special Educational Needs (SEND) Teaching Assistants who are flexible, consistent, and reliable in supporting students with a wide range of SEND needs. We are looking for candidates with a strong background in working with non-verbal and pre-verbal primary-aged students. This role is challenging but incredibly rewarding, ideal for individuals with prior experience in special schools or similar settings.

Role Overview:

Location: Bradford
Duration: Temporary, Full-time, Term-time only
Daily Rate: £98 - £108 per day (Based on experience – the more experience, the higher the daily rate!)
We do NOT offer sponsorships. 
Key Responsibilities:

Support the class teacher and SEND students, ensuring their needs are met at all times.
Work with primary-aged, non-verbal, and pre-verbal students, assisting with their individual learning and development.
Build trusted, nurturing relationships with students to create a positive learning environment.
Support students to understand and manage their abilities, challenges, and frustrations, helping them to achieve learning outcomes.
Show a flexible and hands-on approach to working with a wide range of needs.
Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with students with Special Educational Needs, especially in a special school or similar setting.
Minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
Experience with children on the Autistic Spectrum and those with severe learning difficulties.
MAKATON, PECS, Visual Aids, PEG Feed, and Hoist Training are desirable, but not essential.
Passionate, motivated, and highly enthusiastic about working with students who have differentiated needs.
Knowledge of SEND teaching strategies and a deep understanding of how to tailor support to meet individual needs.
Child and adult workforce DBS  or willing to apply for one.
Additional Qualifications (Desirable):

GNVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care
SEND Diploma or equivalent
MAKATON, PECS, Visual Aid, and other SEND-specific training
Valid DBS on the subscription service
SEND Teaching Assistant – Special School
Bradford
Temporary – Term Time Only

PK Education is partnering with special schools in the Bradford area, seeking experienced Special Educational Needs (SEND) Teaching Assistants who are flexible, consistent, and reliable in supporting students with a wide range of SEND needs. We are looking for candidates with a strong background in working with non-verbal and pre-verbal primary-aged students. This role is challenging but incredibly rewarding, ideal for individuals with prior experience in special schools or similar settings.

Role Overview:

Location: Bradford
Duration: Temporary, Full-time, Term-time only
Daily Rate: £108 - £120 per day (Based on experience – the more experience, the higher the daily rate!)
Key Responsibilities:

Support the class teacher and SEND students, ensuring their needs are met at all times.
Work with primary-aged, non-verbal, and pre-verbal students, assisting with their individual learning and development.
Build trusted, nurturing relationships with students to create a positive learning environment.
Support students to understand and manage their abilities, challenges, and frustrations, helping them to achieve learning outcomes.
Show a flexible and hands-on approach to working with a wide range of needs.
Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with students with Special Educational Needs, especially in a special school or similar setting.
Minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
Experience with children on the Autistic Spectrum and those with severe learning difficulties.
MAKATON, PECS, Visual Aids, PEG Feed, and Hoist Training are desirable, but not essential.
Passionate, motivated, and highly enthusiastic about working with students who have differentiated needs.
Knowledge of SEND teaching strategies and a deep understanding of how to tailor support to meet individual needs.
Additional Qualifications (Desirable):

GNVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care
SEND Diploma or equivalent
MAKATON, PECS, Visual Aid, and other SEND-specific training
Valid Child and adult DBS on the subscription service or willing to apply for one.
What We Offer:

Competitive pay: £98-£108 per day, based on experience.
An opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students with complex needs.
A supportive environment where you can develop and grow professionally.
PK Education's commitment to providing fair pay and matching candidates to roles that suit their skills.
How to Apply:
For more information about the role or to apply, please contact Tracey Young:
(phone number removed)
✉ (url removed)

PK Education: We pride ourselves on matching our candidates to schools with a perfect fit, ensuring that each opportunity stretches and fulfils career ambitions. Since 2005, we've been delivering on our promise of Inspiring Potential – in our team, in our candidates, and in every child.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay: £98-£108 per day, based on experience.
An opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students with complex needs.
A supportive environment where you can develop and grow professionally.
PK Education's commitment to providing fair pay and matching candidates to roles that suit their skills.
How to Apply:
For more information about the role or to apply, please contact Tracey Young:
(phone number removed)
✉ (url removed)

PK Education: We pride ourselves on matching our candidates to schools with a perfect fit, ensuring that each opportunity stretches and fulfils career ambitions. Since 2005, we've been delivering on our promise of Inspiring Potential – in our team, in our candidates, and in every child