Support Worker Leeds – Education and Training

Job description

Support Worker Leeds – Education and Training We are recruiting a compassionate, reliable, and hands‐on Support Worker to join a specialist SEN provision in Leeds. This setting supports children and young people with a wide range of complex needs, including physical disabilities, medical conditions, autism, PMLD, communication difficulties, and sensory processing needs.Pupils in this provision require a highly structured, patient, and nurturing environment. Many are non‐verbal or pre‐verbal, use alternative communication systems, and may require full assistance with mobility, personal care, and daily routines. This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about inclusive education, therapeutic support, and helping young people access a meaningful, personalised learning experience.Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small‐group support for pupils with complex SEN, including autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, global developmental delay, and PMLD.Assist with feeding, mobility support, hoisting, and personal care routines (full training provided).Support pupils' physical and sensory needs using specialised equipment, sensory activities, and movement‐based programmes.Encourage pupils' emotional, social, and academic development through structured, engaging, and differentiated activities.Work closely with teachers, therapists, speech and language specialists, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists to deliver personalised learning and therapy targets.Use communication tools such as PECs, Makaton, eye‐gaze technology, visual timetables, and sensory aids.Promote independence where possible, helping pupils build confidence, communication skills, and autonomy.Maintain a safe, calm, and regulated learning environment by responding sensitively to pupils' communication cues and sensory needs.Monitor engagement, behaviour, and progress, feeding back to the class team to support effective planning.Requirements Experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, or in a health/social care environment (school or residential experience welcome).Understanding of complex SEN, PMLD, or medical needs—professional or personal experience considered.Comfortable supporting pupils with personal care, feeding, and mobility routines.Calm, patient, and empathetic approach, with the ability to build trust and consistency.Resilience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for helping young people with complex needs thrive.Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).Full‐time availability (Monday–Friday, term‐time only).Benefits to YOU Excellent daily payFast‐track registrationFlexible working options5‐Star agency rating with 3000+ reviewsExclusive school & trust partnershipsAccess to our FREE Perks Portal1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk AcademyFREE PSHE lesson plans and teaching resourcesSchool Preparation Pack24/7 support from your dedicated consultantAccess to lived‐experience speakers through our Unbottled divisionJoin the UK's only eco‐friendly education supply agency!We're looking for someone who is compassionate, committed, and resilient. If you excel in this environment, we would love to hear from you.Seniority level: Not ApplicableEmployment type: Full‐timeJob function: Education

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English