SEND Learning Support Assistant / LSA

TeacherActive Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 onboarding support

Exciting curriculum

CPD opportunities

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Wakefield is seeking a SEND Learning Support Assistant to work with children with Autism and related needs. This on-site, temporary role offers a daily rate of £90 to £120 and immediate start. You will support in SEND settings, working 1:1 or in small groups, with strong classroom management and a caring approach.

Join a leading education agency with 24/7 consultant support, an engaging curriculum, and purposeful CPD opportunities to advance your career in the SEND field.

Qualifications

• Experience working within SEND settings.
• Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1.
• Excellent classroom management.
• A caring and nurturing personality.

Responsibilities

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with our quick and easy onboarding process.
• An exciting, innovative curriculum.
• Purposeful CPD opportunities.

Skills

SEND experience

Group/1:1 support

Classroom management

Caring personality

Job description

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location: Wakefield

Start Date: Immediate Start

Are you adaptable and flexible to the needs of others?

Do you have experience working with children with Autism or challenging behaviours?

TeacherActive

is proud to be working with several Special Educational Needs and Disabilities providers across

Wakefield

, and to continue this, we are looking for experienced SEND Learning Support Assistants / SEND LSAs to join us. As one of the UK

’

s largest education agencies, we also offer in-house career progression for our staff,

demonstrating

a commitment to providing quality staff.

Wehave built strong relationships with a multitude of SEND provisions

across Yorkshire

, supporting a wide range of diagnoses. If you have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, PMLD / Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties, SEMH /Social Emotional Mental Health, EBD / Emotional Behavioural Difficulties, or AD

H

Hyperactivity

Disorder then it’s highly likely we will be able to find a rewarding role for you.

The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant / SEND LSA will have:

• Experience working within SEND settings
• Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1
• Excellent classroom management
• A caring and nurturing personality

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with our quick and easy onboarding process
• An exciting, innovative curriculum
• Purposeful CPD opportunities

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that

you’re

paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and

there’s

no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

SEND Learning Support Assistant / LSA

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £90 to £120 a day

Hours: Full-time

Location: WF1

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 5 Oct 2026

Closing date: 4 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location:

Wakefield

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £90 - £120 per day

Are you adaptable and flexible to the needs of others?

Are you pro-active in supporting young people?

Do you have experience working with children with Autism or challenging behaviours?

TeacherActive

is proud to be working with several Special Educational Needs and Disabilities providers across

Wakefield

, and to continue this, we are looking for experienced SEND Learning Support Assistants / SEND LSAs to join us. As one of the UK

’

s largest education agencies, we also offer in-house career progression for our staff,

demonstrating

a commitment to providing quality staff.

Wehave built strong relationships with a multitude of SEND provisions

across Yorkshire

, supporting a wide range of diagnoses. If you have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, PMLD / Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties, SEMH /Social Emotional Mental Health, EBD / Emotional Behavioural Difficulties, or AD

H

Hyperactivity

Disorder then it’s highly likely we will be able to find a rewarding role for you.

The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant / SEND LSA will have:

• Experience working within SEND settings
• Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1
• Excellent classroom management
• A caring and nurturing personality

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with our quick and easy onboarding process
• An exciting, innovative curriculum
• Purposeful CPD opportunities

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that

you’re

paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and

there’s

no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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