Primary School Support Assistant

Primary School Support Assistant (Year 4 Class)

Location: Near Farnley, Leeds
Contract: Full-time, Long-term (ASAP – February Half-Term, or Beyond)
Pay: From £103 per day

PK Education are seeking a dedicated, proactive, and resilient Primary School Support Assistant to work with a lively Year 4 class at a primary school near Farnley. The successful candidate will be supporting a group of energetic students with a focus on one-to-one support for a pupil with severe autism, who can become dysregulated at times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support for a pupil with severe autism, helping them to stay regulated and engaged.
• Support the Year 4 class across all subjects, encouraging participation and positive learning experiences.
• Implement strategies for effective behaviour management, ensuring a calm and productive classroom environment.
• Support the pupil in accessing the sensory room and provide sensory support where needed.
• Work closely with the class teacher and other staff members to ensure individual needs are met.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children with autism and challenging behaviours is highly beneficial.
• Strong behaviour management skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Positive, resilient, and adaptable with the ability to support children through moments of dysregulation.
• A calm, patient, and nurturing attitude, with a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and well-being.
• Any experience or training in sensory interventions is highly desirable.

Why Work with PK Education?

• Competitive pay and benefits, including access to over 100+ CPD courses
• A supportive and inclusive school environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s development
• Ongoing support from your dedicated PK Education consultant

Additional Information:

• The role will start ASAP and is expected to run until at least February half-term, with the possibility of an extension.
• You will be required to work full-time, Monday to Friday, during school hours.
• Pay will start at £103 per day, dependent on experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a real difference in a supportive and dynamic primary school environment. If you are passionate about working with children and have the experience or the drive to manage challenging behaviours with care, we would love to hear from you!

Apply Today!

Please submit your CV or contact Chloe directly for more information on 0113 457 0081 or email chloe@pkeducation.co.uk.

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