SEND Learning Support Assistant

PK Education Limited; Adwick le Street; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

24/7 consultant support

Competitive pay

Job summary

PK Education Limited is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant in the Doncaster area to help pupils with severe learning difficulties access a personalised curriculum. You’ll support communication, sensory needs, and emotional regulation, with responsibilities spanning one-to-one, small groups and classroom settings.

Role is full‑time, term-time only, with potential permanent opportunities. Competitive daily pay and on‑the‑job training are offered, along with strong consultant support to

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND/SLD in school, care or community settings.
• Be patient, resilient and adaptable, tailoring approach to individual needs.
• Willingness to learn communication support methods (e.g., PECS, Makaton) and manage sensory needs and complex behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support learners to access a highly personalised curriculum aligned to their EHCPs.
• Assist with communication support, sensory integration, and emotional regulation.
• Support personal care and hygiene, toileting, feeding or mobility as needed.
• Deliver learning in one-to-one or small groups and assist in whole-class sessions.
• Collaborate with therapists, teachers and families to promote pupil wellbeing and life skills.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience and resilience

Adaptability

Communication support willingness

Care and inclusion focus

Education

Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning

Job description

SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location

Doncaster area (Special School – severe learning needs; ages 3‑19)

Working hours and contract

• Full time, term time only- Starting ASAP
• Opportunities for becoming permanent, subject to performance and availability

The Role

You’ll be working full‑time, term‑time only, supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties and associated needs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting learners to access a highly personalised curriculum tailored to their EHCPs
• Assisting with communication support (often including systems like PECS, Makaton), sensory integration, emotional regulation
• Helping with personal care and hygiene, including support with toileting, feeding or mobility where needed
• Delivering learning in one‑to‑one or small group settings as well as assisting in whole‑class sessions
• Collaborating with therapists, teachers, and families to promote pupils’ well‑being, independence, and life skills
• Ensuring that each learner feels safe, valued, respected, and included

What we are looking for

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have experience working with children or young people with SEND / SLD in school, care or community settings
• Are patient, resilient and adaptable — able to adjust your approach to meet individual needs
• Have some experience or willingness to learn communication support methods, handling sensory needs, and complex behaviour
• Are committed to high standards of care, safety, inclusion and well‑being for all pupils
• Hold (or are willing to develop) relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2 / Level 3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning) is a plus

What we offer

• Competitive pay rates from £98 to £108 per day (Agency Worker Regulations – AWR compliant)
• On‑the‑job training provided by the school to support your development
• 24/7 support and feedback from our experienced education consultants
• We intelligently match our supply and permanent candidates to schools, ensuring the roles stretch and fulfil your career ambitions

Why choose PK Education

Since 2005, we’ve been committed to a simple, honest approach:

• Offering highly competitive pay with no hassle
• Delivering on our promise to get it right. First time.
• Our mission: To Inspire Potential — in our team, our candidates, and every child

If you’re ready to step into a role where you’ll truly make a difference and grow your SEND experience in a supportive environment — we’d love to hear from you