SEND Support

PK Education are working closely with specialist schools, PRUs, and alternative provisions across Wakefield who are urgently seeking passionate and resilient SEND support staff.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are committed to supporting children and young people with additional needs and helping them thrive both academically and emotionally.

The Role:

You will be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, helping them to:

• Regulate emotions
• Access learning
• Build confidence in the classroom

You’ll be working with students with:

• Autism (ASC)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)
• ADHD
• Challenging behaviour

Experience in the following is highly valued:

• SEND schools or PRUs
• Youth work, care, mentoring, or coaching
• Behaviour support roles
• Backgrounds in psychology, education, or social care

(No formal qualifications required – experience and the right attitude matter most.)

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children or young people (professional or voluntary)
• Willingness to complete safeguarding and compliance checks
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing, potentially until the end of the academic year

Screening Questions:

Please consider the following before applying:

• Do you have experience working with children or in care/support roles?
• Are you available during school hours?
• Can you travel to Wakefield?
• Are you open to day-to-day or long-term work?

If you’re ready to make a real difference in young people’s lives and thrive in a rewarding, fast-paced environment, apply today with PK Education