Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant - Severe & Complex Needs

Tradewind Recruitment; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (£100-£125 per day)

Full-time, term-time

Specialist SEN setting

SEN Consultant support

Career progression opportunities

Rewarding role

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist setting in Chesterfield. You will support pupils with severe and complex needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis, helping them access learning and develop communication and independence.

The role requires a patient, nurturing approach, resilience, and the ability to work closely with teachers and therapists within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting pupils with severe, profound or complex SEN.
• Ability to work with pupils requiring high levels of adult support.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with severe SEN.
• Assist learning, communication and development.
• Remain calm and nurturing throughout the day.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant - Severe & Complex Needs

Tradewind Recruitment - Chesterfield

Location: Chesterfield

Pay: £100-£125 per day, depending on experience

Contract: Full-time | Term Time Only

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN setting in Chesterfield, supporting children and young people with severe and complex additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about providing nurturing, consistent and highly individualised support to pupils who require a significant level of adult support throughout the school day.

The pupils may have severe learning difficulties, complex communication needs, physical disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern. The successful candidate will need to be confident working with pupils who require a high level of support and understand the importance of patience, routine and consistency.

The Role

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with severe SEN
• Supporting pupils with their learning, communication and development
• Providing a calm, nurturing and reassuring presence throughout the school day
• Helping pupils regulate their emotions and manage behaviours of concern
• Supporting pupils to develop independence and confidence
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Following individual support, behaviour and education plans
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and wider specialist staff
• Creating positive relationships with pupils and celebrating their progress

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Previous experience working with children or young people with severe, profound or complex SEN
• Experience within a specialist SEN school, care setting or similar environment
• A naturally nurturing, patient and caring approach
• The ability to remain calm and consistent when faced with challenging situations
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• The resilience required to work with pupils who may require very high levels of support
• Experience supporting children with complex autism, SLD, PMLD, communication difficulties or challenging behaviour would be highly desirable

Why This Role?

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who wants to make a genuine difference to children with significant additional needs.

You will become an important part of a specialist team, helping pupils access education, develop their independence and achieve personal milestones that can make a huge difference to their everyday lives.

What We Offer

• £100-£125 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, term-time working
• Opportunity to work within a specialist SEN setting
• Ongoing support from your dedicated SEN Consultant
• Opportunities to build further experience within complex and severe SEN
• A rewarding role where your support can have a genuine impact