Special Needs Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference SNA_1791997212
Closing date November 14, 2026
Location Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Special Needs Assistant

Veritas Education | Permanent Opportunities

The Role:

  • Support learners from early years through to post-16 across a range of abilities and needs.

  • Provide academic support, including literacy, numeracy, sensory activities and interactive learning.

  • Create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment both inside and outside the classroom.

  • Support pupils with communication, social development and emotional regulation.

  • Implement appropriate behaviour management and de-escalation strategies when learners become distressed.

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, senior leaders and external professionals to meet individual needs.

    • Requirements:

  • Previous experience supporting children or young adults with SEN or complex needs.

  • Knowledge of Autism, Down syndrome, sensory needs and communication difficulties.

  • Confidence managing challenging behaviour using positive, appropriate strategies.

  • A patient, caring and adaptable approach.

  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.

  • A genuine passion for helping learners develop academically, socially and emotionally.

  • Academic baseline of GCSE or Qualifications in English/Maths

  • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory. (We can help advise on this)

    • Desired:

  • Specialist training/ qualifications (Team Teach, Safeguarding Certificates etc)

    • Why Choose Veritas Education:

  • Market leading Education Recruitment company covering the West Yorkshire area.
  • Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
  • A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
  • An experienced consultant available at all times to help with any queries, questions or support in your next career steps!

    • For further information, please contact

    Hannah Gartshore - hgartshore@veritas-education.com

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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