Learning Pathways Support Assistant

Learning Pathways Support Assistant - Complex Needs SEN School Location: Leeds
Employer: NextGen Teachers
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing

About the Role NextGen Teachers are currently recruiting for a dedicated and nurturing Learning Pathways Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Leeds on a temp-to-perm basis.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with complex needs, including profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), autism, and associated communication and sensory needs. The school provides a highly supportive and structured environment, focusing on personalised learning pathways to help every pupil achieve their full potential.

You will work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and support teams to deliver tailored support that meets each pupil's individual learning and care needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with complex needs on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Assist in delivering personalised learning pathways and sensory-based activities
• Support communication development using a range of strategies (e.g. PECS, Makaton, visual aids)
• Provide personal care where required, including feeding and hygiene support
• Promote engagement, independence, and emotional wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly complex needs
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
• Comfortable supporting personal care needs
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs
• Relevant qualifications in education, health & social care, or similar (desirable)
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)
• The right to work in the UK

What NextGen Teachers Offer

• Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career progression
• Supportive school environment with excellent staff collaboration
• Dedicated consultant guidance throughout your placement

NextGen Teachers is an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH. We work with community schools through to multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England and London, connecting educators with meaningful teaching opportunities.

We recruit for SEN qualified teachers, teaching support staff, and both short-term and long-term supply roles across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools. As a candidate with NextGen Teachers, you'll be supported by a team that genuinely cares about your career - taking the time to understand what you're looking for and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.

Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.