Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Job description

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant - Lambeth - £95-£115 per day - Full Time - ASAP Start - Primary School

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant required for a primary school in Lambeth.
Complex Needs Teaching Assistant required to provide 1:1 support to a non-verbal child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Complex Needs Teaching Assistant required for an immediate start.
Experience supporting non-verbal children with ASD and complex additional needs is highly desirable.

Are you looking for a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant role?

Do you have experience supporting children with non-verbal autism and additional needs?

Would you be happy to work in a primary school in Lambeth, providing dedicated one-to-one support?

If you answered YES, then this Complex Needs Teaching Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Position - Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

A welcoming primary school in Lambeth is seeking a dedicated, patient and compassionate Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored one-to-one support to a non-verbal child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex additional needs.

The successful candidate will have a good understanding of autism and communication difficulties, with the ability to adapt their approach to meet the child's individual needs. Experience supporting non-verbal children with ASD is highly desirable.

You should be confident in using visual aids, structured routines and alternative communication strategies to help the child communicate, engage with learning and navigate the school day. You will provide support both inside and outside the classroom, helping the child access lessons, participate in activities, manage transitions and develop their independence. You will also support the child's social interaction, emotional regulation and engagement through consistent, individualised strategies.

The ideal candidate will be calm, empathetic and proactive, with the patience and resilience needed to build a trusting relationship with the child. You should be confident in providing personal support where required, following individual care plans and working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team to ensure the child's needs are met. This role would suit someone who is pa...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Brixton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

18-10-2026

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