Complex Needs Assistant
Location: Bourne
Salary: £85–£100 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term; Full-Time / Part-Time
Are you committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of students with complex needs?
GSL Education are currently seeking a caring and reliable Complex Needs Assistant to support students in schools in Bourne. This role is ideal for individuals with a background in care, education, or health, who are passionate about inclusive learning and dedicated to providing personalised support.
As a Complex Needs Assistant, you will be working closely with students who may have a range of needs including physical disabilities, learning difficulties, communication challenges, medical conditions, and sensory impairments. Your role will be to assist in their learning, care, and development within a safe and supportive school environment.
What you have to do as a Complex Needs Assistant:
Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with complex needs in the classroom
Assist with personal care, mobility, and feeding routines when required
Support students in accessing learning activities tailored to their individual needs
Help implement EHCPs and work alongside professionals such as physiotherapists and speech & language therapists
Encourage student independence and self-confidence through structured support
Maintain a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment
Record and report progress, behaviour, and incidents as required
Complex Needs Assistant Skills & Requirements:
Experience working with children or young people with complex needs as a Complex Needs Assistant is desirable
Knowledge of supporting physical disabilities, medical needs, or sensory impairments
Willingness to provide personal care and follow individual care plans
Understanding of safeguarding, EHCPs, and inclusive education practices
A calm, proactive, and empathetic approach to support
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for one)
Why Join GSL Education?
Competitive pay rates reflective of your experience and responsibilities
Flexible work to suit your availability – full-time or part-time options
Ongoing support from experienced consultants and access to CPD
Opportunities to make a real impact in inclusive education settings
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the Complex Needs Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch