Complex Needs Teaching Assistant
Job description
Job Title: Complex Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: King's Lynn
Hourly Rate: £13.68 - £14.90
Contract: Monday - Friday (0830 - 1530)
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a compassionate, resilient, and adaptable individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team supporting students with a wide range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, physical disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs
- Assist with personal care and mobility as required
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
- Support pupils in accessing the curriculum through differentiated activities
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and external agencies
- Contribute to individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience working with children or young adults with complex needs (in education, care, or support settings)
- Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, or sensory integration approaches is advantageous
- Calm, patient, and flexible approach with strong communication skills
- Team player with a proactive and empathetic attitude
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, Health & Social Care) are desirable but not essential
We Offer:
- Dedicated consultant support
- Ongoing training and CPD
- Flexible work options (daily or long-term)
- Streamlined admin and online diary management
- Refer-a-friend bonus (£100 voucher)
Apply now for the role of Complex Needs Teaching Assistant.
Recruitment is ongoing, and successful candidates will be appointed as soon as possible.
