Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

The Education Network; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency in Leeds is seeking a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to support students with diverse learning challenges. The role includes providing tailored assistance to pupils, collaborating with educators, and promoting an inclusive environment. Candidates should have experience with complex needs children and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive pay and a supportive work atmosphere.

Benefits

Additional training and development opportunities

Personalized career support

Friendly and supportive work atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with complex needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Relevant qualifications desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils.
• Support pupils with EHCPs and personalised learning plans.
• Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with complex needs children

Calm and patient approach

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

Location: Leeds
Salary: £90 - £95 per day
Contract Type: Full-time, Part Time - Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with complex needs? Do you have the resilience, creativity, and compassion to support pupils with a range of learning, emotional, and behavioural challenges?

The Education Network are seeking a dedicated Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing and inclusive school in Leeds. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with pupils who require tailored support to thrive both academically and socially.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex needs, including autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties, and SEMH
• Support pupils who have EHCPs and personalised learning plans
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and developing life skills
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and families
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with complex needs (school-based or other settings)
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, SEND, Team Teach) are desirable but not essential

How to Apply

Apply now by submitting your CV to the job advertisement or call the office on 0113 733 500

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.

An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.