Empathetic SEND Support Assistant (Long-Term)

Leader Education
📍 gateshead, england, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 06, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Gateshead

Contract Type: Long Term Temporary

Leader Education are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join a SEND primary school in Gateshead.

This school supports pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

As such, prior experience working with vulnerable individuals is essential for this role.

Ofsted has described this school as friendly and inspirational, with staff having high expectations for pupils.

The normal working pattern is Monday-Friday 8:30 until 16:30 and is a long-term position given a successful trial day.

Leader Education are dedicated to ensuring that we find adaptable roles and schedules that work effectively for you.

The successful candidate will:

  • Have a fully enhanced DBS on the update service or a will...

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Job Details

  • Location gateshead, england
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Management & Operations
  • Posted Date June 06, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 16, 2026