Do you have a natural ability to connect with children who learn differently and help them reach their full potential?
Are you looking for the flexibility of supply work while still making a deeply rewarding difference in mainstream classrooms?
Ready to partner with a trusted global education agency that will support your career every step of the way?
Randstad Education is currently seeking passionate, patient, and dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistants to support mainstream primary schools across the Leeds area. This supply role offers the perfect balance of flexibility and purpose, allowing you to assist pupils with diverse needs (including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and global developmental delay) within supportive mainstream environments.
Key Requirements
To be considered for this specialist supply role, you must meet the following criteria:
Recent UK Primary School Experience: You must have recent, practical experience working as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant within a UK primary school.
Proven SEND Experience: Solid, hands-on experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND (such as Autism, ADHD, Down's Syndrome, or physical disabilities) in either a 1:1 or small group capacity.
Adaptable Communication & Support Skills: Competence in adapting learning materials and using communication tools (such as visual timetables, PECS, or basic Makaton) to help pupils access the mainstream curriculum.
Safeguarding Compliance: A valid, enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for a new one through Randstad).
A Patient, Nurturing Approach: The emotional resilience, empathy, and proactive nature required to support pupils with additional needs, alongside the ability to blend seamlessly into different school teams.
Why Work with Randstad?
When you join our Leeds team, you will enjoy a premium range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle and professional development:
Ultimate Flexibility: Update your availability instantly on our app to choose when, where, and how often you work across Leeds.
Competitive PAYE Pay: Receive excellent daily rates, paid weekly with accrued holiday pay and no hidden umbrella fees.
Free Professional Development: Gain access to our free, online CPD training suite, including essential courses like Safeguarding and Team Teach to boost your skills.
Dedicated Local Support: Work one-to-one with a specialist consultant who knows the Leeds primary school network inside out and will match you with the right settings.
Referral Incentives: Take advantage of our "Refer a Friend" scheme and earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every candidate you successfully introduce to us!
What Happens Next?
Joining Randstad is simple, secure, and designed to get you into the classroom with ease:
CV Review & Initial Call: After you apply, we will review your CV to verify your essential UK classroom and SEND experience, followed by an informal phone call to discuss your preferences and background.
Registration & Vetting: We will guide you through a virtual registration interview where we complete your mandatory reference, compliance, and right-to-work checks.
Start Your Supply Journey: Once fully cleared, you will be ready to accept fulfilling, flexible SEND support roles across our partner primary schools in Leeds!
Ready to start making a real difference in Leeds schools? Get in touch with Kieran today!
Email: Kieran.sutcliffe@randstad.co.uk
Contact Number: 0113 246 2500
