Specialist 1:1 Support

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference Spec1-1_1791457201
Closing date November 7, 2026
Location Wakefield, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Specialist 1:1 Support

Type: Long-Term Contract / Permanent OpportunitiesHours: Full-TimeSalary: Dependent on experience

The Role

Veritas Education are working with a specialist SEN school in Leeds who are looking for an experienced and dedicated 1:1 Support Worker/Teaching Assistant to provide consistent support to a learner with complex additional needs.

This is a long-term opportunity, with the potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will provide personalised 1:1 support, helping the learner access their education while promoting their well-being, independence, communication and development.

Key Requirements

SEN Experience - Experience supporting learners with Autism and complex learning needs is essential. You will need to understand how to adapt your approach, provide appropriate support and respond to the learner's individual needs.

Personal Care - You must be comfortable supporting with personal care, hygiene and changing requirements. Due to the learner's complex learning and medical needs, this will form an important part of the role.

Behaviour Support - You will need to be confident supporting and managing challenging or distressed behaviour, including situations where a learner may become dysregulated, volatile or physically reactive. Your ability to remain calm and use appropriate de-escalation strategies will be essential. Additional training can be provided by Veritas Education.

Reliable & Consistent - As this is a dedicated 1:1 role, reliability is essential. The successful candidate will provide consistent daily support, build a strong relationship with the learner and become a trusted member of their support team.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Experienced in supporting children or young people with SEN.

  • Patient and compassionate, with a learner-centred approach.

  • Confident managing challenging or unpredictable situations.

  • Resilient and calm when supporting periods of dysregulation.

  • Proactive, willing to get involved and support the learner throughout their school day.

  • Reliable and committed to providing consistent 1:1 support.

  • Comfortable supporting with personal care and hygiene requirements.

  • Able to work closely with teachers, support staff and other professionals.

    • Requirements

  • Previous experience supporting Autism and/or complex SEN is essential.

  • Experience supporting challenging behaviour is highly desirable.

  • Must be comfortable providing personal care.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the learner's well-being.

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable, or willingness to apply.

    • Why Choose Veritas Education:

  • Market leading Education Recruitment company covering the West Yorkshire area.
  • Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
  • A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
  • An experienced consultant available at all times to help with any queries, questions or support in your next career steps!

    • For further information, please contact

    Hannah Gartshore - hgartshore@veritas-education.com

    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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