Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant in Handsworth, Birmingham. You will support EYFS pupils with SEND and complex needs, helping them engage with play-based learning and follow school routines to build communication and independence.

The role suits a patient, resilient graduate aiming to gain SEND experience in a primary setting, with DBS requirements and immediate start until July 2027.

Qualifications

• 2:2 degree or higher in Psychology, Education, or Childhood Studies.
• Genuine interest in supporting EYFS pupils with SEND.
• Strong communication and a calm, nurturing approach.
• Ability to follow guidance and provide consistent support around individual needs.
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Support EYFS pupils with SEND and complex needs.
• Help children engage with play-based learning.
• Follow routines and develop early communication, social and independence skills.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and the SEN team to provide consistent, caring support.

Skills

Calm, nurturing demeanor

Strong communication skills

Patient and resilient

Education

2:2 degree or above in Psychology/ Education/ Childhood Studies

Job description

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Can you provide calm, nurturing support to young children with complex needs in EYFS? Are you a graduate looking to gain meaningful SEND experience in a primary school setting?

• Complex Needs Teaching Assistant
• £85 - £102 per day
• Immediate start until July 2027
• Primary school based in Handsworth
• EYFS support – SEND / Complex Needs

The Role:

As a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant, you will support EYFS pupils with SEND and complex needs. You will help children engage with play-based learning, follow routines and develop early communication, social and independence skills. You will work closely with teaching staff and the SEN team to provide consistent, caring support throughout the school day.

The Candidate:

This role will suit a patient, resilient and compassionate graduate who wants to make a genuine difference in early years education. You should be calm, reliable and confident supporting young children who may need extra reassurance, structure and individualised support. This is a strong opportunity for someone considering SEN, primary teaching, educational psychology or clinical psychology.

Requirements

• 2:2 degree or above in Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies or a related subject.
• A genuine interest in supporting EYFS pupils with SEND and complex needs.
• Strong communication skills and a calm, nurturing approach.
• The ability to follow guidance and provide consistent support around individual needs.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.

The School:

This Handsworth primary school is looking for a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils within EYFS. Staff provide a caring, structured environment where children with additional needs can feel safe, settled and able to make progress.