Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs
Location: NG17
Role: Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only

We are currently recruiting for a compassionate and committed Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs within a specialist educational setting.

This role is ideal for individuals with experience supporting students with a range of additional needs, including learning difficulties, physical disabilities, autism, and medical needs
.

You will play a key role in supporting pupils'
learning, independence, communication, and emotional wellbeing in a safe and nurturing environment.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex needs
• Assist in the delivery of personalised learning programmes tailored to individual pupils
• Support pupils with daily routines
  , including personal care if required
• Use strategies to support communication
  , including PECS, Makaton, or visual aids
• Foster independence, confidence, and life skills development
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Support behaviour management in line with school policies

• Experience working with children or young people with complex needs or SEND (desirable)
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  
  Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to support with personal care needs

• Experience supporting pupils with autism, PMLD, or physical disabilities
• Knowledge of communication tools such as Makaton, PECS, or AAC devices
• Team Teach or similar behaviour management training
• Background in care, support work, or specialist education settings
• Understanding of sensory needs and regulation strategies

• Opportunities to develop your skills and enhance your CPD
• Access to ongoing training, including safeguarding
• Supportive and inclusive school environment
• Competitive pay rates with holiday pay included
• Referral scheme available

This role is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to:

• Two satisfactory employment references
• An enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK verification

This role is based in the UK. Applications are open to candidates with the right to work in the UK.