SEN Teaching Assistant - SLD and Complex Needs
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Employer: Inspire EHC
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm (Term time only)
Contract: Temp to Perm
Pay: £14.01–£15.40 per hour (dependent on experience)
Are you passionate about helping children and young people with special educational needs thrive? Do you have the empathy, dedication, and resilience to support pupils who need extra care each day? Inspire EHC is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive school community in Bury St Edmunds.
This blended role combines School Care Work and SEN Teaching Assistant duties, making it perfect for someone who wants to support both the personal wellbeing and educational progress of pupils with diverse needs.
About the Role
You will support pupils in a SEND school with a range of physical, medical, and complex learning needs. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and school staff, you will help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child can succeed.
Key Responsibilities
Provide personal care and mobility support
Assist with feeding, hygiene, and medical routines
Support pupils in the classroom with learning and daily activities
Encourage independence, communication, and emotional wellbeing
Use appropriate strategies to help pupils engage and regulate
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families
Contribute to a caring, inclusive, and positive school environment
What We’re Looking For
Experience supporting children or young people with additional or complex needs
A compassionate, patient, and adaptable approach
Strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork
Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and safeguarding
Relevant qualifications (e.g., Health and Social Care Level 2/3 or Teaching Assistant qualifications) are desirable but not essential
Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one
Why Work with Inspire EHC?
Supportive and friendly specialist-led team
Access to high-quality CPD and SEND training
Flexible working options available
Streamlined digital systems to reduce admin
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
If you’re committed to supporting young people both educationally and personally, and want a role where every day matters, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to become a SEN Teaching Assistant in Bury St Edmunds.
Recruitment is ongoing, and successful candidates will be appointed as soon as possible.
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspire EHC and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two professional references. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role