1:1 Support Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference 1:1_1785495086
Closing date August 30, 2026
Location Wakefield, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Veritas Education is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Support Assistants to work within a range of secondary schools across Wakefield. This rewarding role involves providing tailored support to students with additional learning needs, helping them to access the curriculum, develop their confidence, and achieve their full potential.

Whether you have previous experience in education, youth work, care, coaching, or support work, we would love to hear from individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference to young people's lives.

The Role

As a 1:1 Support Assistant, you will:

  • Provide dedicated support to an individual student throughout the school day.
  • Assist students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and learning difficulties.
  • Promote engagement, independence, and positive behaviour.
  • Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to implement support strategies.
  • Build positive and trusting relationships with students to encourage personal and academic progress.
  • Support students with both classroom learning and social development.

    • The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience working with young people in an educational, care, coaching, youth work, or support setting.
  • A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries.
  • A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs.
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

    • What Veritas Education Offers:

  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • Flexible work opportunities to suit your availability.
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
  • Access to CPD and professional development opportunities.
  • Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and temporary positions.
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact within local secondary schools.

    • Requirements:

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Two professional references covering the last two years.

    • If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive within education, we would love to hear from you.

    Apply today with Veritas Education and take the next step in your education career.

    Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks in line with DfE guidance and safer recruitment practices.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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