School Support Worker

Job description

School Support Worker

£92.56 - £95 | SEND | Full time

School Support Worker

Location: Leeds

Pay: £92.56–£95 per day

Job Type: Full-time, Monday–Friday

Contract: Long-term, temporary

Make a Real Difference in a Specialist SEND School

Are you an experienced Care Support Worker, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Residential Support Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity to transfer your skills into education?

We are currently recruiting a compassionate and dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist SEND school in Leeds, supporting primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of complex additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in care or support work who is passionate about helping children and young people feel safe, develop their independence and reach their full potential.

Previous experience in a care or support-based role is essential , as many pupils require a high level of individualised support throughout the school day.

About the School

The school provides specialist education and care for children and young people aged 3–19 with a range of complex needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Complex communication and interaction needs

Hearing impairments

Profound and multiple learning difficulties

Additional physical, developmental and personal care needs

You will work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to ensure pupils receive the care, encouragement and support they need to access learning and participate in school life.

The Role

As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting pupils both in the classroom and throughout their wider school day. You will help create a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every pupil is supported according to their individual needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex additional needs.

Supporting pupils with their communication, interaction and engagement.

Assisting pupils to access classroom learning, activities and personalised learning programmes.

Providing personal care and practical assistance where required.

Supporting pupils with physical needs, mobility and everyday routines, in line with individual care plans.

Encouraging independence, confidence and the development of essential life skills.

Supporting emotional regulation and promoting positive behaviour.

Helping pupils ...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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