SEND Support in Mainstream - Full-Time

Academic Appointments are working once again in Partnership with Leeds Local Authority Schools as part of the Supply Agency Framework and we have had a lot of requests for staff to support young people with Additional Needs in mainstream classrooms.

Do you have a passion for supporting children to achieve their very best – academically, socially and emotionally? Would you like to make a genuine difference every day in a warm, inclusive and caring school community?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Location: Leeds (LS8, LS9 and LS15)
Start Date: December 2025 or sooner if available)
Contract: Full-time, term time only
Salary: £21,000 – £23,500 (pro rata, depending on experience)

🌈 About the Role:

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate SEND Support Staff and Communication Support Workers to join our team and provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

Working closely with our SENDCO, class teachers and wider staff team, you’ll help children access learning, build confidence and develop important life skills – all within a supportive, nurturing environment.

Your work will play a vital role in helping every child feel valued, understood and successful.

👧 We’re Looking For Someone Who:

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Has experience of working with children, ideally those with SEND

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Demonstrates a patient, empathetic and positive in every situation

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Can build trusting relationships with pupils, parents and staff

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Understands that behaviour is communication and approaches every challenge with care and consistency

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Works well as part of a team but can also use their initiative

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(Desirable) Has knowledge of specific needs such as autism, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs

Whether you have classroom experience, have worked in a care or support role, or have life experience supporting young people with additional needs, we can support you to find the right role for you.

🌟 What We Offer:

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A welcoming, supportive and inclusive collection of partnership schools

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Access to online training and in-hous support

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Regular training and opportunities for professional development

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A role where every day is rewarding and every success is celebrated

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The choice of a breadth of different roles and settings

Call Academic Appointments today to find out more about the roles we have and the schools we support