Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate-start opportunities

Dedicated recruitment support

Work in specialist SEN schools

Varied educational settings

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is seeking compassionate Complex Needs Teaching Assistants to support pupils with a range of SEND in Bedale. You will work with teaching staff to deliver tailored assistance, including personal care where needed and using alternative communication methods like Makaton or PECS.

The role is full-time with immediate start opportunities. Experience in SEN settings is highly desirable, and a DBS check (Enhanced) with Update Service is required or willingness to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND or complex needs.
• DBS checks: Enhanced DBS with Update Service or willing to apply.
• Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30–15:30.
• Enter registration promptly; immediate starts.
• Commitment to consistent, patient support for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of SEND.
• Assist with personal care where required and support communication needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement plans.
• Build meaningful relationships and monitor pupil progress.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Resilience

SEN experience

Makaton/PECS knowledge

Education

DBS (Enhanced) Update Service

Job description

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning | Immediate Starts Available | Bedale

Make a difference. Change lives. Empower learning.

Empowering Learning is working with a range of specialist SEN schools to recruit compassionate, reliable and resilient Complex Needs Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children who require additional support to access their education, develop essential life skills and reach their full potential.

The Role

As a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Some children may require personal care, while others may be non-verbal and need alternative methods of communication. Experience using Makaton, PECS or other communication systems would be a significant advantage. The role can be challenging, both physically and emotionally, but it offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with pupils and celebrate their progress, no matter how big or small.

The Ideal Candidate

• Compassionate and patient, with a genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs.
• Reliable and punctual, understanding the importance of consistency and routine for pupils.
• Resilient and adaptable, able to remain calm and positive in challenging situations.
• Willing to support pupils with personal care where required.
• Experienced in SEN, SEND or complex needs settings (highly desirable).
• Familiar with Makaton, PECS or alternative communication methods (an advantage).
• Committed to working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff. Above all, we are looking for people with the right attitude, a caring nature and a genuine desire to make a difference.

Essential Requirements

• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply and pay for a new Enhanced DBS check.
• Be able to provide two years of professional references to support your employment history.
• Be available to work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm.
• Be able to complete the registration process within 48 hours of applying, as these positions are available for immediate starts.
• Experience of Complex needsConsistency is key for the children we support, so full availability during these hours is essential.

What Empowering Learning Offers

• The opportunity to work in a variety of specialist SEN schools.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day.
• The chance to develop your experience and skills within special educational needs.
• Support from a dedicated recruitment team.
• Immediate-start opportunities for candidates who are ready to complete registration promptly.

Help us empower every child to learn, grow and thrive.

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