Complex Needs Teaching Assistant – SEN School

Senploy; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is currently recruiting for a strong, experienced and confident Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school based in Lewisham, South East London. The role involves providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD, PMLD and SLD, and assisting with personal and intimate care where required.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting children with complex SEN, including non-verbal pupils, and will be able to manage challenging behaviour while

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with complex SEN is essential.
• Experience working with pupils with ASD, PMLD, SLD or severe learning difficulties.
• Must be confident providing personal care.
• Comfortable supporting non-verbal pupils and those with significant communication difficulties.
• Experience managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex SEN, including ASD, PMLD and SLD.
• Support pupils with severe learning difficulties and additional communication needs.
• Assist with personal and intimate care, including toileting and changing where required.
• Assist with sensory activities, adapted learning tasks and individual education plans.
• Support non-verbal pupils using communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton and visual resources.
• Manage challenging behaviour using positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other support staff to provide consistent support.
• Maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Complex SEN experience

ASD/PMLD/SLD experience

Personal care experience

Behaviour management

Non-verbal communication support

Job description

Remedy Education is currently recruiting for a strong, experienced and confident Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school based in Lewisham, South East London. The role involves providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD, PMLD and SLD, and assisting with personal and intimate care where required.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting children with complex SEN, including non-verbal pupils, and will be able to manage challenging behaviour while