SEND Learning Support Assistant

PK Education Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible work

Choice of settings

Long-term placements

Ongoing support

Job summary

PK Education Limited is recruiting enthusiastic and reliable SEND Learning Support Assistants to work across Primary, Secondary and Specialist SEND settings throughout West Yorkshire. These temporary supply roles offer flexible and long-term opportunities with weekly pay.

Ideal candidates will have 1:1 and small-group support experience, a patient, adaptable approach, and commitment to safeguarding. DBS checks and compliance processes are required.

Qualifications

• Availability 8:30am–3:30pm on days you are available.
• Willingness to travel to multiple West Yorkshire schools.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Positive, patient and adaptable approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group learning support in classrooms.
• Assist pupils with communication, social, sensory or physical needs.
• Support across Primary, Secondary and Specialist SEND settings as required.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group interventions

Autism support

ADHD support

SEMH support

Behaviour management

Communication support

Sensory or physical needs

Experience in SEND settings

Travel to West Yorkshire schools

Education

Education, Psychology or Childhood Studies

Job description

SENT Learning Support Assistants Required – West Yorkshire

Temporary Supply | Flexible & Long-Term Opportunities | £98–£108 per day | Weekly Pay

PK Education is recruiting enthusiastic and reliable SEND Learning Support Assistants to work across Primary, Secondary and Specialist SEND settings throughout West Yorkshire.

Whether you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for additional work or a university student seeking flexible employment alongside your degree, we have opportunities to suit your availability and experience.

Opportunities Available

• Flexible Ad Hoc Supply – Day-to-day cover, sickness absence and short-term assignments.
• Long-Term Placements – Full-time and ongoing opportunities within schools.
• Primary or Secondary Settings – Work within your preferred age group, depending on experience and availability.
• Specialist SEND Settings – Opportunities supporting pupils with a range of additional learning needs.

Relevant Experience

• 1:1 support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Small-group interventions and targeted learning support.
• Supporting pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD and additional learning needs.
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) support.
• Behaviour management and positive behaviour strategies.
• Supporting pupils with communication, sensory or physical needs.
• Experience within Primary, Secondary, Alternative Provision or Specialist SEND settings.

Who Are We Looking For?

This role could be ideal for:

• Experienced SEND Teaching Assistants seeking additional or flexible work.
• University students studying Education, Psychology, Childhood Studies or related degrees who have relevant experience.
• Individuals with previous experience supporting children or young people with additional needs.
• Candidates looking for either flexible supply work or consistent long-term placements.

Essential Requirements

• Availability between 8:30am and 3:30pm on the days you are available to work.
• Ability and willingness to travel to schools across at least two areas of West Yorkshire.
• Relevant experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• A positive, patient and adaptable approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Willingness to complete the necessary safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

What We Offer

• £98–£108 per day, depending on experience and assignment.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible working opportunities to fit around your commitments.
• Choice of Primary, Secondary or Specialist settings, subject to availability.
• Short-term, day-to-day and long-term placements.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team.

Interested?

If you're passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND and would like flexible or long-term work across West Yorkshire, we'd love to hear from you.

PK Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks.