SEND Complex Needs Teaching Assistant — 1:1 & Small Groups

Engage Education; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid in line with national pay scales

Free CPD sessions

Dedicated consultant

Referral scheme – £50 Amazon voucher

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Engage Education is working with a welcoming specialist secondary setting in Bexhill to recruit a compassionate Complex Needs Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition and other needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group support and helping access the curriculum.

The role is full-time, starting immediately on a temp-to-perm basis, with a supportive environment, personalised learning and adherence to safety and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Patient, nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to stay calm, adaptable and proactive in a dynamic school environment.
• Genuine passion for helping pupils reach their full potential.
• Availability to work full-time and start as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils across the school.
• Support students with Autism and associated communication and learning needs to access the curriculum.
• Help implement individual learning and behaviour support plans.
• Encourage emotional regulation, confidence and independence throughout the school day.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils through patience, consistency and encouragement.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider support team to deliver personalised learning experiences.
• Contribute to a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Patience

Job description

Engage Education is working with a welcoming specialist secondary setting in Bexhill to recruit a compassionate Complex Needs Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition and other needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group support and helping access the curriculum.

The role is full-time, starting immediately on a temp-to-perm basis, with a supportive environment, personalised learning and adherence to safety and inclusion.