Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Manchester
Salary: 106- 120 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school settings in Manchester. This full-time role is available for an immediate start and involves supporting pupils with a range of complex needs, including severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), autism spectrum condition (ASC), physical disabilities, and medical needs.

This is a highly rewarding position suited to someone who is patient, nurturing, and committed to supporting children and young people with additional needs to achieve their full potential.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex learning, communication, and physical needs.

• Assist in delivering personalised learning programmes tailored to individual EHCP targets.

• Support pupils with personal care, including toileting, feeding, and mobility, where required.

• Use alternative communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, or visual timetables.

• Support sensory regulation strategies and structured routines.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and external professionals to meet pupils' holistic needs.

• Promote independence, dignity, and inclusion at all times.

• Ensure safeguarding and health and safety procedures are followed consistently.

• Experience working with children or young people with complex needs in a school, care, or specialist setting.

• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach.

• Understanding of autism, sensory processing needs, and communication difficulties.

• Confidence supporting personal care and medical needs (training can be provided).

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Relevant qualifications (Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent) - desirable but not essential.

• Competitive daily rate of 106- 120, depending on experience.

• Full-time, long-term opportunity with potential for permanent placement.

• A supportive and experienced leadership team.

• Ongoing training in specialist SEND practices.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference in pupils' lives.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.

If you are ready to start ASAP and are passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs, we encourage you to apply today.