SEND Support Assistant - Leeds

SEND Support Assistant - Leeds Position: SEND Support Assistant Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Contract Type: Full-Time (Term-time) Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30 Rate of Pay: £90.00 - £110.00 per day About the Role: We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Support Assistant to join a specialist provision in Leeds. In this role, you will support students with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including learning difficulties, autism, and physical disabilities. Many students require tailored support both in the classroom and during school activities. As a SEND Support Assistant, you will: * Provide 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEND. * Assist with classroom tasks, personal care, and mobility where needed. * Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and provide tailored support to meet students' learning needs. * Promote engagement, independence, and inclusion for all students. * Work closely with teachers, therapists, and care staff to deliver a holistic approach to student support. What We're Looking For: * Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, autism, or learning difficulties (desirable). * Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team. * A patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach to supporting students. * Willingness to assist with personal care and mobility tasks where required. * A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the dignity of vulnerable students. To be eligible for this role, you must: * Hold Right to Work in the UK. * Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate (or be willing to apply). * Provide two professional child-related references covering the last two years. Why work with us? * Competitive daily rate based on experience. * Join a supportive, friendly team with excellent opportunities for professional development. * Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with SEND in a fulfilling and rewarding role. If you're passionate about supporting students with SEND in Leeds, please apply with your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. IND -SEN IND -TA