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West Yorkshire

SEND Support jobs in Wakefield.

Demand for SEND expertise has grown faster than any other area of education staffing, across special schools, resourced provision and alternative provision. Actionus places SEND teachers, learning support assistants and behaviour specialists into supply, long-term and permanent roles.

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Hiring in Wakefield

What the Wakefield market looks like.

Mid Yorkshire covers Pinderfields, Dewsbury and Pontefract, and rotas frequently span more than one of those sites. Central West Yorkshire road links mean Leeds and Barnsley work is also within a short commute.

Major employers in West Yorkshire

  • —Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
  • —South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Wakefield Council adult social care
  • —Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Also covering

Pontefract · Dewsbury · Barnsley · Castleford · Leeds · Huddersfield

Typical settings

  • Special schools
  • Resourced provision and units
  • Alternative provision
  • Mainstream inclusion teams

Common specialities

  • Autism
  • SEMH
  • PMLD and SLD
  • Behaviour support
  • EHCP delivery
  • Speech and communication support

Other roles in Wakefield

Questions

SEND Support work in Wakefield, answered.

What send support jobs are available in Wakefield?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent send support roles across Wakefield and the wider West Yorkshire area, including special schools, resourced provision and units, alternative provision. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire SEND practitioners in Wakefield?
Actionus works with education employers across Wakefield and the wider West Yorkshire area, including public sector organisations, local authorities, independent providers and private employers hiring SEND practitioners.
What registration do I need to work as a send support professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Wakefield?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

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