Team Teach Qualified Teaching Assistant

Team Teach-Qualified Teaching Assistants
Harrogate and Surrounding Areas | Competitive Pay Rates

Do you have a Team Teach qualification and a passion for supporting young people in education? We are looking for dedicated and empathetic individuals to join schools and SEN settings across Harrogate. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable experience in a range of educational environments.

Who You’ll Be Supporting: The children and young people you’ll work with may have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or other behavioural challenges. They thrive with consistent, supportive adults who can offer stability, guidance, and encouragement. Your role will be crucial in helping them build confidence, develop social skills, and engage positively with learning.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Work Options – Roles that fit around your availability.

• Career Growth – Many placements lead to long-term or permanent positions.

• Diverse Settings – Work across mainstream schools, specialist SEN provisions, and alternative learning environments.

• Competitive Pay – Rates that reflect your expertise and commitment.

Your Role Will Involve:

• Supporting pupils with additional needs and helping to manage challenging behaviour with patience and understanding.

• Applying Team Teach strategies to de-escalate situations and maintain a safe, structured environment.

• Building trust with pupils, acting as a role model, and promoting positive behaviour.

• Assisting teachers in delivering lessons and activities to ensure all pupils can engage and succeed.

• Establishing clear boundaries while demonstrating empathy and consistency.

• Collaborating with school staff to create an inclusive and supportive learning atmosphere.

What We’re Looking For:

• A current Team Teach qualification (essential).

• Experience working with children or young people facing SEMH challenges or behavioural difficulties.

• A resilient, patient, and compassionate approach to supporting students.

• Access to transport is beneficial but not required.

Locations Available: We have opportunities for people in Harrogate and the nearby areas, including Knaresborough, Ripon, and Boroughbridge.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in young lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your education career!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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