Teaching Assistant for Children with Complex Disabilities

Job description

Job Description

Teaching Assistant for Children with Complex DisabilitiesAre you looking for your new role- working with children with complex needs and disabilities, including MLD, PMLD, physical needs, and a range of SEN?Have you ever worked with people with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, SLD, or other SEND?Have you ever used Makaton, PECS, BSL, or any alternative communication method?Have you ever supported people with physical disabilities, including those who require personal care or lifting and handling?The JobWorking with pupils in a large specialist SEN school, no two days will be the same! You'll be supporting the class teacher as part of a team of teaching assistants, to help the children with whatever they may need! Some physical support, help with communication and interpersonal skills, and delivery of sensory curriculum based learning activities!You'll BeExperienced working with people with a disability or SENHappy to carry out personal care including changing and manual handlingAble to communicate effectively with children who may have limited verbal skillsPromoting happiness, self-reliance and encourage positive interactionsWe're Academics!Academics are an established and respected education recruiterGenerous rates of payA dedicated SEN ConsultantA large number of schools exclusive to AcademicsHonest and friendly serviceAccess to our 'Refer a Friend' schemeOur staff say'Regular and relevant work was provided, and I could not ask for more from a supply agency.''Professional, competitive and compassionate; they go above and beyond to ensure that you find the right placements!''Their attitude and diligence since in ensuring that myself and several others are doing well and are comfortable in our roles is outstanding and highlight them as credits to the team.'Could this be the role for you? Send your CV over, or give me a call!Is this role not what you're looking for? We are constantly in need of talented education staff to fill a wide variety of positions. Please get in touch and we're happy to discuss our opportunities with you!Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.TPBN1_UKTJ

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stoke-on-Trent

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

13-08-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English