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SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield Start Date: 1st September 2026 Salary: £500.00 to £650.00 per weekAcademics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join an Inclusive and welcoming primary school in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning in a nurturing and structured environment.The RoleAs a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with learning difficulties and educational needs including social, emotional, and mental health needs. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will help create a positive learning environment where students can develop both academically and personally.Your responsibilities will include: Providing individual and small-group support to students Building positive and trusting relationships with young people Supporting students with emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated learning activitiesAbout the StudentsYou will support children and young people who require additional emotional and behavioural support to access education successfully. Many students have faced challenges in their educational journey and benefit from consistent encouragement, patience, and understanding from the adults around them.Why Choose an SEN Setting?A role within this school offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day. Benefits include: Helping students build confidence, resilience, and self-esteem Making a positive impact on behaviour, engagement, and long-term outcomes Developing valuable behaviour management and de-escalation techniques Gaining excellent experience for future careers in education, psychology, counselling, social care, or youth work Witnessing the rewarding progress students make when provided with the right supportThe Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work, coaching, mentoring, or similar settings A calm, patient, and resilient approach Confidence in managing and responding to challenging behaviours Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A genuine commitment to supporting young people with additional needs* The ability to remain positive, adaptable, and proactive in a dynamic environmentIf you have what it takes and have a genuine passion for putting childrens needs first, then we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your most up-to-date CV for consideration.Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.TPBN1_UKTJ

SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield • Start Date: 1st September 2026 * Salary: £500.00 to £650.00 per week Academics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join an Inclusive and welcoming primary school in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning in a nurturing and structured environment. The Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with learning difficulties and educational needs including social, emotional, and mental health needs. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will help create a positive learning environment where students can develop both academically and personally. Your responsibilities will include: • Providing individual and small-group support to students Building positive and trusting relationships with young people Supporting students with emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies * Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities About the Students You will support children and young people who require additional emotional and behavioural support to access education successfully. Many students have faced challenges in their educational journey and benefit from consistent encouragement, patience, and understanding from the adults around them. Why Choose an SEN Setting? A role within this school offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day. Benefits include: • Helping students build confidence, resilience, and self-esteem Making a positive impact on behaviour, engagement, and long-term outcomes Developing valuable behaviour management and de-escalation techniques Gaining excellent experience for future careers in education, psychology, counselling, social care, or youth work Witnessing the rewarding progress students make when provided with the right support The Ideal Candidate Will Have: • Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work, coaching, mentoring, or similar settings A calm, patient, and resilient approach Confidence in managing and responding to challenging behaviours Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A genuine commitment to supporting young people with additional needs * The ability to remain positive, adaptable, and proactive in a dynamic environment If you have what it takes and have a genuine passion for putting childrens needs first, then we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your most up-to-date CV for consideration. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

Empowering Learning are working with a Primary and Secondary Special Needs School in Wakefield who are seeking Behaviour Support Workers/Teaching Assistants to support in their classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. These roles are to start September and are temp to perm. Pay: £100-£110 a day Monday to Friday school hours 8.30 - 3.30pm The school caters for Primary and Secondary pupils supporting Children with Autism and Challenging Behaviours and communication needs. You will be involved in classroom duties and off-site recreational activities. ```Duties``` - Assist the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities for students. - Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism. - Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. - Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene. - Support students in their academic and social development. - Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students. - Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher. - Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies. ```Skills``` - Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs and challenging behaviours. - Knowledge of special education practices and strategies. - Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with students, parents, and colleagues. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. - Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards working with children. - Ability to adapt to changing situations and handle challenging behaviours. - Knowledge of toddler care and development is a plus. This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to supporting the educational needs of students. The teaching assistant will work closely with the lead teacher to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs, is essential. Strong communication skills are also important for effectively collaborating with students, parents, and colleagues. The ability to adapt to different situations and handle challenging behaviours is crucial. If you have a passion for educating children and making a positive impact in their lives, we encourage you to apply for this position. #INDLEE

Inclusion Support Worker Jobs in Wakefield - September 2026 Starts Location: Wakefield Pay: Competitive daily rate, based on experience and qualifications (PAYE) Job Type: Full-time | Long-term Start Dates: September 2026 Looking for a Behaviour Support Worker job in Wakefield Some young people don't need tougher rules. They need someone who listens, understands, and helps them believe in themselves again. Protocol Education is recruiting for a Behaviour & Inclusion Support Worker to join a specialist education setting in Wakefield, supporting children and young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), SEND, autism, ADHD, and behavioural needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of pupils who may have experienced exclusion, struggled in mainstream education, or need extra support to re-engage with learning. If you're passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you. Your role As a Behaviour & Inclusion Support Worker, you'll: Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH, SEND and additional needs Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage confidence and engagement Support pupils who have experienced exclusion or find mainstream education challenging Help children develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviours Encourage participation in lessons and school activities Work alongside teachers, pastoral teams, SENCOs and other professionals to provide consistent support Create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment where every pupil feels safe and valued Every day brings something different, but every day offers the chance to make a lasting impact. Who we're looking for You'll be a great fit if you: Stay calm and positive, even in challenging situations Understand that behaviour is often a form of communication Enjoy building strong, meaningful relationships with young people Are patient, resilient and genuinely committed to helping pupils succeed Can adapt your approach to meet individual needs Experience in any of the following would be highly beneficial: Behaviour Support Worker Behaviour Mentor Inclusion Support Worker SEMH Teaching Assistant SEND Teaching Assistant Youth Worker Learning Mentor Support Worker Care Worker Teaching Assistant Sports Coach Residential Support Worker Whether your experience comes from education, youth work, coaching, residential care or community support, we'd love to hear from you. Requirements To be considered for this role, you'll need: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one Two recent professional references A good understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries A positive attitude, resilience and a genuine passion for supporting children and young people Why work with Protocol Education? We're here to support you every step of the way. When you join Protocol Education, you'll benefit from: Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella company deductions FREE access to our online CPD Academy FREE Thrive training if you're not already qualified, helping you stand out to schools A dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand your goals Opportunities across SEND schools, Alternative Provisions (AP), Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and mainstream schools Long-term opportunities where you become part of the school community, not just cover for the day Ongoing career development and access to a wide range of education roles Make a real difference The right support can change a young person's future. As a Behaviour & Inclusion Support Worker, you'll help pupils rebuild confidence, develop positive relationships and rediscover a love of learning. Your patience, encouragement and consistency could be the reason a young person succeeds. If you're ready to start a rewarding career supporting children and young people in Wakefield, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch with our friendly team for an informal chat about the role. Safeguarding Statement All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the Protocol Education website for our full safeguarding policy, compliance process and enhanced DBS requirements. Keywords: Behaviour Support Worker Wakefield, Behaviour Mentor Wakefield, Inclusion Support Worker Jobs, SEMH Teaching Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant Wakefield, Behaviour Support Jobs, Youth Worker Education, Learning Mentor Wakefield, PRU Jobs Wakefield, Alternative Provision Jobs, Autism Support Worker, ADHD Support Assistant, School Support Worker, Education Jobs Wakefield. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website

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