Are you a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of young learners with complex needs?
We are recruiting Level 2 and Level 3 Teaching Assistants available for daily supply and potential long-term opportunities to join a highly regarded specialist provision supporting pupils aged 4 to 11 years with a range of severe, profound and complex learning difficulties, including significant medical needs.
🌱 Key Responsibilities:
Provide high-quality support to pupils across a variety of needs, including PMLD and SLD
Assist with individual learning programmes in line with EHCPs
Support pupils with communication, physical needs, and emotional regulation
Carry out personal care and support with medical routines (full training provided)
Foster a positive, stimulating, and safe environment for all learners
✅ You Will Need:
A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), especially those with complex learning and/or medical needs
Previous experience in a special school or SEN unit
A patient, proactive and nurturing approach
Willingness to support personal care and medical interventions
💡 Desirable:
Experience using communication aids such as Makaton or PECS
Training in moving & handling, or Team Teach
To be considered for this role or to gain further information please get in touch with Zeena on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
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