Learning Support Assistant (SEND)

Castle Education; Selby; On-site; GBP 11,992 - 17,527; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD access

Safeguarding training

Referral bonus

Job summary

Castle Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (SEND) to work across primary schools in and around Selby. This role starts September 2026 and offers part-time hours with a competitive PAYE daily rate.

You will support pupils with SEND needs, deliver targeted interventions, and help create an inclusive classroom environment, working alongside teachers and SENCOs. DBS check required for successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people.
• A patient, positive and caring approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility and enthusiasm to work across different school settings.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of SEND needs both in and out of the classroom.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Deliver small group and one-to-one interventions.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and support staff.
• Help create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Experience supporting children

Patient, positive & caring approach

Strong communication

Teamwork

Flexibility across settings

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (SEND)
Selby, North Yorkshire
Competitive Daily Rate | PAYE
Start Date: September 2026
Part Time
Castle Education is working in partnership with a welcoming Multi Academy Trust to recruit a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (SEND) to work across a number of primary schools in and around Selby.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and enjoys the variety and flexibility of working across different school settings. You’ll become part of supportive school communities where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Your Role

• Support pupils with a range of SEND needs both in and out of the classroom.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Deliver small group and one-to-one interventions.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and support staff.
• Help create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people.
• A patient, positive and caring approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility and enthusiasm to work across different school settings.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• A dedicated education consultant with excellent local knowledge.
• Access to CPD, safeguarding training and professional development.
• A generous referral bonus scheme.
• Ongoing support from our friendly local team throughout your placement.

Whether you’re an experienced Learning Support Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant or have transferable skills from another childcare or support role, we’d love to hear from you.

Castle Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.