Complex needs Teaching Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Recruitment Group is recruiting for a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant in Lewisham to support children with profound and multiple learning difficulties, physical disabilities and complex medical needs.

You will work closely with Teachers, Therapists and Healthcare professionals to help children thrive, providing personal care, one-to-one support and inclusive learning in a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient approach with students.
• Calm and adaptable in changing situations.
• Passionate about inclusive education and supporting diverse learners.
• Strong team player who collaborates with staff and therapists.

Responsibilities

• Support personal care where required.
• Assist children on a 1-1 basis to promote independence.
• Encourage participation and engagement in activities.
• Celebrate achievements and progress with learners.
• Support communication and build positive relationships with children.

Skills

Compassionate and Patient

Calm and Adaptable

Passionate about inclusive education

Strong team player

Job description

Posted 19 August 2026 Salary £100 - £117 per day Location Lewisham Job type Temporary Discipline Special Education Needs Reference TAcomplexneedslewish_1787130196

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Do you have the passion to support children with profound and multiple learning difficulties, physical disabilities and complex medical needs?

This Complex Needs Teaching Assistant opportunity offers invaluable experience within a supporting and inclusive school environment. As a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with Teachers, Therapists and Healthcare professionals to help children thrive.

The Role

As a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support personal care where required
• Support children on a 1-1- basis
• Encourage independence and participation
• Celebrate every achievement
• Help with communication and creating a positive and safe relationship

About You

The ideal Complex Needs Teaching Assistant will be

• Compassionate and Patient
• Calm and Adaptable
• Passionate about inclusive education
• A strong team player

This Complex Needs Teaching Assistant role is an excellent stepping stone towards careers in

• Teaching
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech and Language Therapy
• SENCO
• Specialist SEND Education
• Education
• Health and Social Care

If you're looking for a meaningful; Complex Needs Teaching Assistant role where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.