Classroom Support - Leeds

Justteachers Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Leeds is seeking a dedicated Classroom Support Officer to join a welcoming school on a long-term basis starting September. The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEND, assisting with communication, emotional wellbeing and engagement in learning activities, and working alongside teaching and SEND staff to implement individual learning and behaviour plans.

The ideal candidate will have experience with autism, learning disabilities or sensory impairments, a strong

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with autism, learning disabilities, or sensory impairments.
• Knowledge of health and safety within an educational setting.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including assisting pupils with mobility.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Providing classroom-based support to pupils with SEND needs.
• Assisting students with communication, emotional wellbeing, and engagement in learning activities.
• Working with teaching and SEND staff to implement individual learning and behaviour plans.

Skills

SEND experience

Behaviour support

Communication

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a dedicated Classroom Support Officer to join a supportive school in the Leeds area on a long-term basis.

This full-time role is due to commence September, with shortlisting currently underway. The school provides a welcoming and inclusive environment, with a strong focus on supporting pupils with additional needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and sensory impairments, helping them to thrive both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing classroom-based support to pupils with a range of SEND needs
• Assisting students with communication, emotional wellbeing, and engagement in learning activities
• Working alongside teaching and SEND staff to implement individual learning and behaviour plans

Pre-requisites:

• Experience working with individuals with autism, learning disabilities, or sensory impairments
• A good understanding of health and safety within an educational setting
• The ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including supporting wheelchair users following appropriate training
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting pupils with additional needs
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Two education or school-based references