Support Staff - Secondary School Additional Needs Provision
Location: Wakefield, WF7
Full-Time Long-Term Temp to Perm
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking committed, resilient, and compassionate Support Staff to join a specialist provision supporting secondary aged students with additional needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference in young people's lives within a nurturing and structured educational environment.
The role is full time and long term with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.
The Role
You will work closely with students who require additional support to access learning, regulate emotions, develop social skills and build independence across the school day. Support will take place both within classrooms and within a dedicated specialist setting.
Responsibilities
- Supporting students in lessons to remain engaged and focused
- Encouraging independence, resilience and positive behaviour
- Assisting with emotional regulation and wellbeing
- Building strong, professional relationships with students
- Supporting interventions, social activities and structured routines
- Working collaboratively with teachers and pastoral staff
- Providing calm and consistent support during challenging moments
The Ideal Candidate
- Patient, proactive and nurturing
- Confident supporting children and young people with additional needs
- Strong role models with excellent communication skills
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Passionate about inclusion and student development
- Comfortable working as part of a team in a busy secondary school environment
Previous experience working within education, SEND, care, youth work or behaviour support is desirable but not essential.
What We Offer
- A welcoming and supportive school environment
- Ongoing training and guidance
- Opportunity for permanent employment
- Valuable experience within a specialist educational setting
- The chance to make a genuine impact every day
If you are enthusiastic about supporting young people to thrive both academically and personally, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today for an immediate start.
