At a Glance
- Tasks: Support learners with communication and personal care needs, delivering meaningful learning experiences.
- Company: West SILC's Farnley Partnership focuses on supporting children with Complex and Multiple Learning Needs.
- Benefits: Extensive SEND training, professional development, and a chance to make a life-changing difference.
- Other info: Position is permanent, 31.5 hours per week, term time only, starting September 2026.
- Why this job: Join a caring team where every achievement is celebrated and every interaction matters.
- Qualifications: No previous experience required; full training and support will be provided.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
At West SILC's Farnley Partnership, we support children and young people with Complex and Multiple Learning Needs (CMLN) through our highly personalised Engage Pathway. Our learners communicate, learn and experience the world in many different ways. We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistants who want to help learners build relationships, communicate, explore their environment and achieve their full potential. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside specialist teachers, therapists and experienced practitioners in a setting where every achievement is celebrated and every interaction matters.
The Role
- Support learners with communication, interaction and engagement
- Help deliver meaningful learning experiences both in school and within the community
- Support learners with physical, sensory and personal care needs
- Assist with moving and handling, positioning and mobility needs (full training provided)
- Use communication approaches such as Intensive Interaction, eye gaze technology, AAC and sensory-based learning
- Work alongside teachers, therapists, nurses and families to support individual learner outcomes
- Help learners develop confidence, independence and wellbeing
We Are Looking For People Who Are:
- Caring, patient and compassionate
- Positive, resilient and enthusiastic
- Keen to learn and develop new skills
- Committed to helping children and young people thrive
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
Previous experience is welcome but not essential. Full training and support will be provided.
In Return We Offer:
- A highly supportive and welcoming team
- Extensive SEND training and professional development
- Opportunities to develop specialist skills
- The chance to work in a truly unique setting
- The opportunity to make a life‑changing difference to our learners and families
Visiting Farnley Partnership
We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit our setting and experience the Engage Pathway in action. Visits are available on:
- Wednesday 17th June – 10:00am
- Wednesday 24th June – 1:30pm
To book a visit, please contact the school office on 0113 2244090.
Application Information
Closing Date: Monday 29th June at 9:00am
Interviews: Likely to be held on Wednesday 8th July
Farnley Partnership – please make sure you can get to this site if travelling by public transport
Chapel Lane Leeds LS12 5EU
Applications should be submitted via My New Term through the West SILC vacancies page: www.westsilc.co.uk/vacancies-1 or directly through my new term: West SILC is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. An enhanced DBS check is required for appointment to this post.
Learning Support Assistant in Leeds employer: West Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre
Located in Leeds, West SILC's Farnley Partnership offers a supportive environment for staff and learners. The team is dedicated to providing extensive training and development opportunities, ensuring that every staff member can contribute effectively to the unique needs of their students.
Contact Details:
West Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre Recruitment Team
