Complex Needs Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEN School

Tradewind Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Chesterfield, supporting children and young people with very complex and high‑level needs.

This role is rewarding but demanding: you will work 1:1 or in small groups, provide a calm, nurturing approach, help with communication and emotional regulation, and collaborate closely with teachers and specialist staff within a multi‑academy trust.

Qualifications

• Experience with complex needs or challenging behaviour.
• Patient and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with complex and additional needs on a 1:1 or small-group basis.
• Providing a calm, nurturing and consistent approach.
• Supporting communication, learning and emotional regulation.
• Managing challenging situations professionally and safely.
• Working closely with teachers and specialist staff.
• Supporting pupils to develop independence and confidence.
• Following individual support plans and school procedures.

Skills

Experience with complex needs

Patience and resilience

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Job description

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEN School

Location: Chesterfield
Pay: 95- 120 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time Term Time Only

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school within a multi-academy trust, supporting children and young people with very complex and high-level needs.

This is a rewarding role, but it is important to be realistic about the demands involved. The pupils may present with challenging behaviour, communication difficulties, physical needs and behaviours that can include aggression or other behaviours of concern. This is not a straightforward classroom-based TA position, and the successful candidate will need to be prepared for days that can be physically and emotionally demanding.

We are looking for someone with a calm, patient and nurturing approach who can build strong relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Experience within SEN, complex needs, challenging behaviour, care, residential support, healthcare or similar environments would be highly beneficial.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with complex and additional needs on a 1:1 or small-group basis
• Providing a calm, nurturing and consistent approach
• Supporting communication, learning and emotional regulation
• Managing challenging situations professionally and safely
• Working closely with teachers and specialist staff
• Supporting pupils to develop independence and confidence
• Following individual support plans and school procedures

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or adults with complex needs or challenging behaviour
• A patient, resilient and nurturing approach
• The ability to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Someone who understands that every day can be different and challenging
• A genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs

Pay

The role pays 95- 120 per day. The exact rate offered will depend on your experience, availability and the individual school's budget.