Graduate Role
Leeds | Wakefield | Pontefract
Starting September 2026
Full Time | Long Term | Temporary
Are you looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, support children and keep a healthy work-life balance? This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who is passionate about supporting inclusive education and a career making meaningful differences in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Whether you’ve had experience in SEND placements or just someone with the right calm, caring energy, Leader Education is partnering with Specialist SEND Schools across West Yorkshire and is looking for someone like you. We’re working with brilliant specialist schools supporting children and young people with autism, complex needs, and communication differences. You could be working in a warm, supportive team of people who genuinely care about helping pupils thrive.
The Role
You will work closely with pupils who have a wide range of additional needs, including communication and interaction difficulties, sensory needs, behavioural and social differences.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing 1:1 and small group support
- Support pupils’ social, emotional and academic development
- Adapting your approach to meet the individual needs of each pupilContributing to a nurturing and structured learning environment
- Help in managing challenging behaviours positively and professionally
- Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to provide appropriate support
Experience in a school environment is desirable but not essential, what matters most for this role is a genuine passion for supporting children, particularly those with special educational needs, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to a long-term placement.
Ideal Candidates May Have Degrees / Backgrounds Such As
- Sociology
- Health & Social Care
- Psychology
- Early Years Development
- Sport
- Drama/Theatre
- Creative Arts
- Other relevant fields
About Leader Education
Leader Education provides expert support to schools and candidates across the Education Sector. We partner with specialist schools to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional and complex learning needs, providing consistent and high-quality staff.
What We Offer
- Day rate £90 -£105 dependant on location
- Weekly pay via compliant umbrella payroll
- Ongoing support and training opportunities
- Access to in-house Team Teach and SEND-specific training
- A dedicated consultant to support you
- Full compliance with AWR to ensure correct pay and working conditions
All candidates must complete our Safer Recruitment process. An Enhanced Child or Child & Adult DBS is required. If you do not currently hold one, you can apply through Leader Education.
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