SEND Teaching Assistant
| Company: | Co-op Academies Trust |
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| Salary: | £19,948 to £21,261 a year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Leeds, LS9 0BA |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 23 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Are you passionate about helping children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) reach their full potential? Do you want to be part of an inclusive, nurturing school community where every small step forward is celebrated?
At Co-op Academy Brierley, we are looking for an enthusiastic, empathetic, and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our compassionate team. In this role, you won't just be assisting in a classroom, you will be an essential advocate, mentor, and guide, helping our young people navigate their learning and personal growth in a safe, creative, and supportive environment.
Why Join Co-op Academy Brierley?
Comprehensive Training & Professional Development: We are committed to your growth. You will receive fully funded training in specialist strategies, including Team Teach (de-escalation & physical intervention), Moving & Handling, GDPR, Safeguarding, PREVENT, and NHS-delegated medical interventions.
A Supportive, Collaborative Team: Work side-by-side with experienced teachers, senior staff, and NHS healthcare professionals who share a passion for pupil wellbeing and success.
Co-operative Values: As part of the Co-op Academies Trust, we put people first. Our values of self-help, self-responsibility, equality, equity, and solidarity run through everything we do.