Complex Needs Teaching Assistant - Leicester

Aspire People; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£105 per day

Mon-Fri, 5 days a week

Specialist SEN setting

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting a dedicated Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Leicester. You will work closely with teachers to provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex needs, helping them access learning and develop communication, independence and confidence.

The role requires passion, resilience and a calm, patient approach. You’ll collaborate with SEN staff and other professionals to create nurturing learning environments and track

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with SEN or complex needs is essential.
• Ability to provide 1:1 and small-group support within a school setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork with teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Supporting pupils with complex and additional needs.
• Helping children access learning and classroom activities.
• Supporting communication and social development.
• Assisting with emotional regulation and sensory needs.
• Encouraging independence and life skills.
• Following individual learning and support plans.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment.
• Working closely with teachers and SEN staff.

Skills

SEN experience

Complex needs support

Patience

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

Job description

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant - Leicester

Location: Leicester
Pay: £105 per day
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 5 days a week
Start Date: ASAP / dependent on availability

Aspire People have partnered with a specialist SEN school in Leicester who are looking for a caring, resilient and experienced Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This role would suit someone who has a genuine passion for supporting children with complex and additional needs and understands that every pupil requires an individual approach.

About the Role

You will work closely with teachers and specialist support staff to provide personalised support to pupils, helping them access learning and develop their communication, independence and confidence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with complex and additional needs
• Helping children access learning and classroom activities
• Supporting communication and social development
• Assisting with emotional regulation and sensory needs
• Encouraging independence and life skills
• Following individual learning and support plans
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment
• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals

We're Looking For

Previous experience working with children with SEN or complex needs is essential.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience supporting children with additional or complex needs
• Be patient, caring and compassionate
• Be confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis
• Have a calm and resilient approach
• Understand that every child has different needs and abilities
• Be comfortable supporting communication, sensory and behavioural needs
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Be reliable and committed to working Monday-Friday

What Aspire People Offer

• £105 per day
• Monday-Friday, 5 days a week
• Opportunity to work within a specialist SEN setting
• Dedicated consultant support
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Potential for long‑term and permanent opportunities
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's lives

If you're an experienced Complex Needs Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Leicester, we'd love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.