Learning Support Assistant – SEND School (Autism, Communication & Complex Needs) Location: Pontefract (WF7) – commutable from Castleford, Normanton, Wakefield, Featherstone & Doncaster (drivers strongly encouraged) Salary: £101.40 – £120 per day Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Start Date: January A Brilliant Opportunity to Make a Real Difference in a Leading SEND School Are you someone who genuinely cares about helping children with additional needs thrive? Are you searching for a long-term, stable position where you can grow, develop and be valued? We are looking to appoint five exceptional Learning Support Assistants to join a highly regarded SEND school in Pontefract. The school supports pupils aged 5–16 with autism, communication differences (including non-verbal pupils), sensory needs, medical needs and complex learning difficulties. If you’re committed, compassionate and eager to build a meaningful career in SEND, this is an opportunity not to miss. Your Role Will Include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support to children who require consistent, high-quality care Supporting pupils with autism and communication needs using PECS, Makaton, visuals and sensory tools Helping pupils self-regulate and manage behaviour in a calm, structured and nurturing way Assisting with personal care and basic medical needs (full training provided) Using routine-bas...