SEND Teaching Assistant 1:1 EHCP (primary need SEMH)
Clapgate Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 4AW13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
19 October 2026 at 9am
Date listed
6 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5hrs Monday - Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - Fixed-term and directly linked to specific pupil funding. The contract will remain in place for as long as the child remains at the school and the funding continues. ________________________________________
Pay scale
- B3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Clapgate Primary School is seeking to appoint 2 dedicated, nurturing and experienced Teaching Assistants to provide 1:1 support for children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).
Post 1
To provide 1:1 support for 2 children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP), whose primary area of need is Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).
Both children are currently in Year 4 and expected to remain with us until the end of Year 6
Post 2
To provide 1:1 support for a child with an Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), whose primary area of need is Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH.)
The child is currently in Year 1 and expected to remain with us until the end of Year 6.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and who understands that positive relationships are fundamental to successful learning.
The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to support the child to access learning, develop emotional regulation, build confidence and independence. The role will involve implementing strategies and provision identified within the child's EHCP and SEN support plan, while promoting inclusion and participation within the wider classroom and school community.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of supporting children with SEMH needs and/or children who experience difficulties with emotional regulation and behaviour.
- Is calm, patient, consistent and nurturing in their approach.
- Can develop positive, trusting relationships with children.
- Understands the importance of a relational and trauma-informed approach.
- Can recognise potential triggers and respond appropriately to signs of dysregulation.
- Has high expectations of children while recognising and responding to individual barriers to learning.
- Can support children to develop strategies for emotional regulation and increasing independence.
- Is able to work effectively alongside teachers, the SENDCo, parents/carers and other professionals.
- Has experience of phonics and early writing.
- Is reflective and willing to develop their knowledge and understanding of SEMH needs.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and inclusion of all children.
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What the school offers its staff
At Clapgate, we value the vital role teaching assistants play in helping pupils become confident, independent learners. Our recent Ofsted inspection (July 2024) recognised our outstanding personal development and Early Years provision, highlighting our welcoming community and high ambitions for every pupil, including those with SEND.
At Clapgate Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that children with SEND are supported to Nurture, Educate, Support and Thrive.
You will be part of our wider therapeutic team and will receive support from experienced colleagues, including the class teacher and SENDCo. We are committed to developing staff knowledge and skills and creating a positive, inclusive environment in which both children and adults can flourish.
We offer:
- A happy, motivated, and friendly staff team.
- Enthusiastic pupils, eager to learn.
- A vibrant, creative atmosphere that celebrates innovation.
- Supportive leadership committed to raising standards and improving children’s lives.
- A rich, creative curriculum with distinctive golden threads.
- Comprehensive TA training and weekly collaboration time with class teachers.
- A robust appraisal process supporting your professional growth.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
Childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Medical
Online and social media
Prohibition from teaching
Right to work
Satisfactory references
Suitability to work with children
If shortlisted, applicants will be asked to disclose relevant information regarding their criminal history
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Clapgate Primary School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 442 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- beltm@clapgateprimaryschool.org
- Phone number
- 0113 2716700
Clapgate Primary is a highly successful and popular school situated in Belle Isle in the south of the city. The school is two form entry. Most children start school with us in our Nursery and remain with us until they are 11.
Clapgate Primary also has close links with other neighbouring schools and is in the JESS cluster. It is also part of the Red Kite Teaching Alliance.
The school occupies a large site with extensive playing fields, playgrounds, an orchard, allotments and school animals.
At Clapgate we place a huge emphasis on pupil achievement and adopt a creative approach to teaching and learning. We are committed to inclusion and equality of opportunity.
Clapgate Primary prides itself on the positive attitude held by all who work at the school. The children are friendly, polite and welcoming. There is very good behaviour throughout the school.
Clapgate is a good school with outstanding pupil personal development and Early Years provision (Ofsted July 2024) and prides itself on the positive attitude held by all the staff.
Our latest Ofsted report (July 2024) made the following comments:
‘Everyone is welcome and made to feel special at Clapgate Primary School’
‘Pupils celebrate and value each other and the adults who work with them’
‘Adults have the highest ambition for every pupil including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)’
‘The school has created a harmonious atmosphere where pupils behave consistently well’
‘The school has successfully created a culture of care, compassion and high expectation’’
We wish to appoint dedicated staff with positive attitudes who will continue to maintain these high standards.
Arranging a visit to Clapgate Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email beltm@clapgateprimaryschool.org.
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