SEND Support Worker – School Based (Young People)

Milk Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free allocated parking available near the school

Job summary

A regional education recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking dedicated SEND Support Workers to support children and young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties. The ideal candidates will be patient, caring, and have strong communication skills. Responsibilities include providing personalized support, assisting with EHCPs, and fostering emotional and social development. Both full-time and part-time positions are available, offering flexibility to suit your availability.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, especially those with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
• Previous experience in administering personal care is advantageous.
• Willingness to apply for an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils aged 4–19 years.
• Support delivery of Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Encourage emotional wellbeing and communication development.
• Communicate clearly with teachers, school staff and external professionals.
• Provide personal care where required, including Moving and Handling, Toileting, and PEG Feeding (full training provided).
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patient and caring approach

Ability to work proactively

Teamwork

SEND/PMLD experience

Education

Enhanced DBS on Update Service

Job description

Contract: Full-time and Part-time opportunities available

Milk Education is working in partnership with schools across leeds to recruit dedicated SEND Support Workers who genuinely want to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people with a range of profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD).

This role is ideal for individuals who are patient, caring, and passionate about supporting children to feel safe, understood, and included in their learning. As a School SEND Support Worker, you will work with pupils who may be non-verbal, have physical disabilities, or require high levels of personalised support. A calm, non-judgemental approach and strong communication skills are essential.

Both full-time and part-time positions are available, offering flexibility to suit your availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support for pupils aged 4–19 years with a range of PMLD
• Support the delivery of Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Encourage emotional wellbeing, communication, and social development
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with teachers, school staff, and external professionals
• Provide personal care where required, including Moving and Handling, Toileting, and PEG Feeding (full training provided)
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Person Specification

• Experienced support workers who are open to working with children would be well suited to this role due to the complex needs of pupils attending the school
• Previous experience administering personal care is advantageous
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• A patient, caring, and non-judgemental approach
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt to individual needs
• Ability to work proactively, both independently and as part of a team
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Additional Benefits

• Free allocated parking available near the schooL