Co-op Academies Trust

SEND Teaching Assistant

LS9 0BA

Key information

Pay
£19,948 to £21,261 a year, pro rata
Hours
Part-time
Contract
Permanent
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
8 Oct 2026
Closing date
23 Oct 2026

About this role

Are you passionate about helping children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) reach their full potential? Do you want to be part of an inclusive, nurturing school community where every small step forward is celebrated?

At Co-op Academy Brierley, we are looking for an enthusiastic, empathetic, and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our compassionate team. In this role, you won't just be assisting in a classroom, you will be an essential advocate, mentor, and guide, helping our young people navigate their learning and personal growth in a safe, creative, and supportive environment.

Why Join Co-op Academy Brierley?

Comprehensive Training & Professional Development

We are committed to your growth. You will receive fully funded training in specialist strategies, including Team Teach (de-escalation & physical intervention), Moving & Handling, GDPR, Safeguarding, PREVENT, and NHS-delegated medical interventions.

A Supportive,

Collaborative Team

Work side-by-side with experienced teachers, senior staff, and NHS healthcare professionals who share a passion for pupil wellbeing and success.

Co-operative Values

As part of the Co-op Academies Trust, we put people first. Our values of self-help, self-responsibility, equality, equity, and solidarity run through everything we do.