Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Staffordshire Pay Rate: £95 – £130 per day (depending on experience) Contract Type: Long-term, Full-time Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Make a Lasting Impact on Young Lives Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with complex needs? Do you have experience working with pupils who require additional support with communication, learning, physical disabilities, sensory needs, autism, or medical needs?

Monarch Education is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Staffordshire. This rewarding long-term opportunity is ideal for someone who is committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their individual potential in a safe, nurturing environment. The Role As a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require highly personalised support throughout the school day.

You’ll play a vital role in helping students access learning, develop independence, build confidence, and achieve meaningful progress both academically and socially. Working alongside teachers, therapists, and other support professionals, you will contribute to creating positive learning experiences tailored to each pupil’s unique needs. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with a range of complex learning needs.

Support children with autism, communication difficulties, physical disabilities, sensory processing needs, and medical requirements. Assist with implementing individual education plans (IEPs) and personalised learning programmes. Encourage pupils’ independence, confidence, and social development. Support communication using visual aids, PECS, Makaton, or other communication strategies where appropriate.

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, parents, and staff. Assist with personal care and mobility support where required. Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment. What We’re Looking For We welcome applications from candidates who have: A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or relevant experience. Previous experience supporting children or young people with complex needs in education, care, healthcare, or community settings.

Experience working with pupils with autism (ASC), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), physical disabilities, or complex communication needs. A patient, caring, and adaptable approach. Strong communication and teamwork skills. The ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations. A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Support Worker, Care Worker, Residential Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, or Youth Worker is highly desirable. Why Join This School? Long-term, full-time opportunity within a specialist setting. Supportive leadership team and experienced multidisciplinary staff. Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Access to specialist SEND training and ongoing professional development. A rewarding and varied role where no two days are the same. Benefits of Working with Monarch Education: GCA Approved Supplier opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy free Safeguarding training refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals) online portal to manage your pay and timesheets To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide – please visit our website – About Us – Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk) Important Information: All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.

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