Job Description

SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant EYFS- KS2

Pontefract (WF7)

September 2026 start 

PK Education are currently recruiting for a Primary SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist Resource Provision based within a primary school in Pontefract.

This rewarding role involves supporting children with a range of additional needs, including:
• SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)
• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs
• Additional learning needs

The successful candidate will:
• Support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Build positive and trusting relationships
• Promote engagement, emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Work closely with teachers, SENDCOs and wider support staff

We are particularly keen to hear from:
• SEND Teaching Assistants
• SEMH Teaching Assistants
•...

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