Complex needs teaching assistant -

Job Description

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Eccles, Greater Manchester Monday-Friday | 8:00am-4:00pm £110-£120 per day (depending on experience) Full-Time | Temporary to Long-Term September Start

We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Eccles.

This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with a range of complex needs, including Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities, communication needs, and medical requirements.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in helping students access learning, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals in a safe and supportive environment. This role will include aspects of personal care and supporting students with their daily needs

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with complex needs
• Supporting learning and development both inside and outside the classroom
• Assisting with communication, sensory, and therapeutic activities
• Supporting students with personal care, including toileting, changing, feeding, and personal hygiene where required
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and social interaction
• Assisting with mobility and physical support when necessary
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

We Are Looking For

• Experience working with children, young people, or adults with additional needs is desirable
• A caring, patient, and empathetic approach
• Confidence supporting individuals with personal care needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• A genuine passion for supporting individuals with additional needs

Transferable Experience Welcome

We welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Support Work
• Care Work
• Residential Care
• Health & Social Care
• SEN Support
• Nursery or Early Years Settings
• Psychology Graduates
• Youth Work
• Teaching Assistants
• Nursing or Healthcare Assistants
• Any role supporting individuals with additional needs

Essential Requirements

• Enhanced DBS certificate covering Child and Adult Workforce, registered on the DBS Update Service, or willingness to apply and pay for a new DBS check.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to provide professional references covering the last two years.
• Comfortable supporting students with personal care needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Apply Now

Apply directly through this advert or contact Nathan Jones for more information: