SEND Teaching Assistant at Special School in Wakefield Location: WF7 Contract: Full-Time Ages: 2.5–19 years old (EYFS to Sixth Form) Are you passionate about supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? This school is a historic private boarding school founded in 1779, and they are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join their Autism Resource team. About the School Their Autism Resource centre, established in 1995, is a thriving and supportive environment designed for up to 21 pupils. With state-of-the-art facilities like a Sensory Room and Sensory Garden, they provide tailored support to help each pupil reach their full potential. Rooted in Quaker values of reflection, kindness, and the pursuit of good within ourselves and others, they create a nurturing space for every student to grow. Your Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: Support learners with ASD: Assist students in accessing their curriculum, fostering independence and confidence. Engage in sensory learning: Utilise sensory spaces to enhance students’ experiences and progress. Collaborate with care: Work closely with a dedicated team of teachers, therapists, and other support staff. Uphold our ethos: Reflect the Quaker values of respect, patience, and understanding in your work. What We’re Looking For Someone who is empathetic, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young people with ASD. ✨ A team player with experience in SEND or a willingness to develop new skills. A positive and proactive approach to supporting individual learning needs. What you have The opportunity to work in a historic and values-driven school community. Professional development to support your career growth. A nurturing and inspiring environment, equipped with cutting-edge sensory facilities. This is your chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of incredible young people. For more information or to express your interest, get in touch today, send over your CV to (url removed) All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services