SEND Learning Support Assistant

SEND Learning Support Assistant – Wakefield & Pontefract

Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Long-term (Permanent potential)
Pay: £12.07 – £14.43 per hour

PK Education are currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEND Learning Support Assistants to work across a number of resourced provisions and mainstream schools in Wakefield and Pontefract.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual who thrives on supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), providing 1:1 and small-group support within a well-organised and nurturing school environment.

The Role

As a SEND Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and in-class support for pupils with SEND
• Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEN staff to meet individual targets
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures
• Use a calm, resilient, and nurturing approach, particularly with pupils displaying challenging behaviour
• Support small groups and carry out general teaching assistant duties when required
• Assist with personal care, where necessary (desirable but not essential)
• Experience working in primary or secondary school settings
• Previous experience supporting children with SEND
• A patient, dedicated, and resilient personality
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Experience supporting children with limited communication or non-verbal needs (highly advantageous)
• SEND-related training or qualifications (beneficial but not essential)
• Competitive daily pay of £12.07 – £14.43 per hour.
• Full-time, long-term placement with potential for a permanent role
• 24/7 support from experienced education consultants
• Opportunities to work in outstanding SEND provisions and mainstream schools
• Valuable networking and career development opportunities
• A truly rewarding role with high job satisfaction
• Enhanced DBS registered with the DBS Update Service
  (If you don’t have one, PK Education will support you through the process)
• References will be requested prior to registration

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

What PK Education Can Offer

Additional Requirements

Interested?

If you would like to be considered for this, SEND Learning Support Assistant role or similar opportunities, please contact:

tracey.young@pkeducation.co.uk