Secondary SEND Learning Support Assistant: Temp to Perm

PK Education; Stafford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

PK Education is seeking a Secondary SEND Learning Support Assistant in the Featherstone/Pontefract area. Role is full-time, temp-to-perm, with a daily pay of £98–£115 depending on experience. Hours are 8:00am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term-time only. Immediate start available in a specialist secondary setting.

You will support secondary pupils with SEND/SEMH, build trust, and use positive behaviour strategies to re-engage learners. Prior experience in SEND or PRU settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting secondary-aged young people with SEND, especially SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.
• Experience in secondary school learning support or equivalent.
• Ability to build trust with pupils while maintaining clear boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons and specialist interventions.
• Build positive professional relationships with pupils and staff.
• Assist pupils who may become dysregulated and use de-escalation strategies.
• Help pupils re-engage with learning after difficulties.
• Maintain safeguarding standards and professional boundaries.

Skills

SEND experience

SEMH handling

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Calm demeanor

Job description

PK Education is seeking a Secondary SEND Learning Support Assistant in the Featherstone/Pontefract area. Role is full-time, temp-to-perm, with a daily pay of £98–£115 depending on experience. Hours are 8:00am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term-time only. Immediate start available in a specialist secondary setting.

You will support secondary pupils with SEND/SEMH, build trust, and use positive behaviour strategies to re-engage learners. Prior experience in SEND or PRU settings is preferred.