SEND Learning Support – Primary School

This SEND Learning Support opportunity in Leeds that support pupils with a range of is built around supporting young children through safe routines, learning activities, and lesson-by-lesson care. It would suit someone who can bring you should be confident working as part of a team, able to follow guidance from teaching staff and therapists, and comfortable adapting your approach to suit individual pupils to the role.

Where the work sits

Leader Education work closely with specialist schools across Leeds to match candidates with settings where they can thrive. Leader Education are recruiting SEND Support Assistants to work with early years & primary schools in Leeds that support pupils with a range of learning and additional needs, in ma.

How the role works day to day

Supporting young children through safe routines, learning activities, and lesson-by-lesson care.

What helps in this setting

You should be confident working as part of a team, able to follow guidance from teaching staff and therapists, and comfortable adapting your approach to suit individual pupils. The school values individuals who are patient, adaptable, and genuinely motivated to support children with additional needs.

Practical details

• These positions are temporary, with a real opportunity for a temp-to-perm transition for candidates who demonstrate commitment, reliability, and a strong fit within the school.
• Temporary roles with the opportunity to become permanent.
• These settings can cater for children and young people with Moderate Learning Difficulties, and students with Autism.
• This is a hands-on, rewarding role where you will support pupils throughout the school day, helping them engage in learning, develop independence, and build essential life skills.

What needs to be in place

• You do not need previous school-based experience to apply, although Paediatric First Aid qualifications are highly beneficial.
• Relevant childcare, early years, or classroom-support experience.

Requirements mentioned

• DBS check

Job details

• Benefits mentioned: Training