About this role

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

SEND Primary TA - Leeds Supply

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