Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education in London is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with severe and complex needs in a specialist setting. The role involves 1:1 support or small group work, helping students access learning and daily activities.

You'll work closely with teachers and therapists, manage personal care where required, and support non-verbal students using alternative communication methods. This is a full-time, long-term position during term-time.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Experience supporting students with severe and complex needs.
• Comfort working with non-verbal students and varied communication methods.
• Willingness to provide personal care when needed.
• Calm, patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with severe and complex SEN on 1:1 or in small groups.
• Help students access learning and participate in daily activities.
• Support non-verbal students using alternative communication methods.
• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks as required.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, therapists and other staff.

Skills

SEN experience

Non-verbal support

Personal care

Challenging behaviours

1:1 support

Team collaboration

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex and Severe Needs

Location: South East London- Southwark
Job Type: Full-time | Long-term | Term-time
Agency: GSL Education

GSL Education is currently recruiting a dedicated, resilient and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school supporting children and young people with severe and complex Special Educational Needs (SEN).

This is a rewarding full-time opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or Support Worker who is confident supporting students with complex needs, including students who are non-verbal, require personal care, and may display challenging behaviours.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require a high level of individualised support. You may be supporting students on a 1:1 basis or within small groups, helping them to access learning, develop communication skills and participate in daily activities.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting students with severe and complex SEN
• Working with non-verbal students and supporting different methods of communication
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting students with challenging behaviours
• Assisting with personal care, including toileting and other daily care needs
• Supporting students with sensory, physical and communication needs
• Assisting with manual handling and physical support, where required
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Experience supporting students with severe and complex needs
• Experience working with non-verbal students
• Confidence supporting students who may display challenging behaviours
• A willingness to provide personal care
• A calm, patient, caring and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Availability to work full-time

Manual handling experience or training would be highly desirable, although relevant experience and a willingness to support students with physical needs are also valued.

Why Work Through GSL Education?

GSL Education is committed to supporting candidates throughout their placements and helping them find rewarding opportunities within specialist education. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team and make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with complex needs.

If you are an experienced and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role supporting students with severe and complex needs, we would love to hear from you.