Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEND)
| Posting date: | 22 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 June 2026 |
| Location: | Wetherby, West Yorkshire, LS23 6RW |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | c914763b-7123-45ed-b407-74bc935e1825 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Boston Spa Academy are seeking to recruit an inspirational and committed colleague to the role of Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEND). This role is of great importance to our work as an academy and offers an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
The successful candidate will work as part of a dedicated SEND team, under the direction of the SENDCo / Assistant Principal of SEND, to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. You will undertake work, care and support programmes to enable access to learning, working with individuals and small groups, and supporting the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
We are looking for a colleague who:
• Is committed to inclusion and ensuring all pupils can achieve and succeed
• Has the ability to build strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Is adaptable, patient and able to respond to a range of pupil needs
• Has a passion for supporting pupils with SEND and promoting independence
The ideal applicant will have either:
• Completed a DfES Teacher Assistant Induction Programme
• NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants
• Or relevant qualifications or experience of working within a classroom environment.
What the school offers its staff
What we offer you:
As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:
• Membership to a local government pension scheme.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.
Boston Spa Academy are seeking to recruit an inspirational and committed colleague to the role of Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEND). This role is of great importance to our work as an academy and offers an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
The successful candidate will work as part of a dedicated SEND team, under the direction of the SENDCo / Assistant Principal of SEND, to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. You will undertake work, care and support programmes to enable access to learning, working with individuals and small groups, and supporting the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
We are looking for a colleague who:
• Is committed to inclusion and ensuring all pupils can achieve and succeed
• Has the ability to build strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Is adaptable, patient and able to respond to a range of pupil needs
• Has a passion for supporting pupils with SEND and promoting independence
The ideal applicant will have either:
• Completed a DfES Teacher Assistant Induction Programme
• NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants
• Or relevant qualifications or experience of working within a classroom environment.
What the school offers its staff
What we offer you:
As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:
• Membership to a local government pension scheme.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.