Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Title:

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Employer: GSL Education
Contract: Supply basis, with the potential for a permanent opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? Do you have the patience, compassion and dedication to help pupils with complex learning needs reach their full potential?

GSL Education is currently recruiting for a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to work across specialist SEN schools in the Lincoln area.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within specialist educational settings, supporting children and young people aged 2–19 years with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), from Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) through to Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).

The role will initially be offered on a supply basis, with the opportunity to move into a permanent position as and when one becomes available.

As a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide dedicated one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of complex needs.

Assist pupils with their learning, communication and personal development.

Support children with MLD, SLD and PMLD, adapting your approach to meet individual needs.

Assist with personal care where required, including toileting, feeding and mobility support.

Encourage independence and promote pupils' physical, social and emotional development.

Support the delivery of engaging and accessible learning activities.

Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other support staff.

Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil feels valued.

We are looking for someone who:

Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND.

Has previous experience working within a specialist SEN or complex needs setting (desirable).

Has experience in a care or support worker role, particularly supporting individuals with additional needs.

Holds relevant qualifications in education, childcare, health and social care, or special educational needs (desirable).

Is patient, empathetic, adaptable and resilient.

Is confident supporting pupils with varying levels of ability and complex needs.

Can work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Competitive rates of pay.

Opportunities to work across a range of specialist SEN schools in the Lincoln area.

Ongoing support from a dedicated GSL Education consultant.

Opportunities to develop your skills and experience within the SEND sector.

A supply-based role with the potential for a permanent opportunity when available.

The chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

Please note:

All applicants must meet the necessary safeguarding and safer recruitment requirements, including relevant background checks.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Lincolnshire