Complex Needs Assistant

Complex Needs Assistant

This role is ideal if you have previous experience within SEN or a degree in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology and would like to expand your knowledge and skills within complex needs.

Would you like to make a difference in children's quality of life? Do you want to gain hands-on experience supporting a child with complex needs in a school setting?

A specialist school is actively looking for a committed Complex Needs Assistant to support with speech, language, and communication difficulties as well as those with complex and learning needs. This setting in Bexhill-On-Sea caters for residential and day pupils between the ages of 5 to 19. They are proud to say that they are a total communication environment. This ensures all students can make their wishes known and staff will respond in the best communication style that suits them.

The main aim for this school is to provide the integrated support they need to encourage pupils to achieve their potential and take their place in the community confidently and independently.

Benefits of working as a Complex Needs Assistant:

1. Comprehensive Training and Development.
2. Generous Holiday Allowance, work in term time only.
3. Career Progression for psychology, sociology, teaching, criminology, and care.
4. Working closely with students to encourage positive learning.

Responsibilities of a Complex Needs Assistant:

1. Provide 1:1 support to a child with complex needs and help students understand instructions.
2. Assist in implementing individual learning and support plans.
3. Support children during social activities and outings.
4. Encourage communication and also look after their physical needs.
5. Work alongside the teacher and SEN team to create a positive learning environment.
6. Prepare and provide learning materials.

Requirements of a Complex Needs Assistant:

1. Impose patience and understanding.
2. Have an understanding of challenging behaviour.
3. Always be adaptable in any given situation.
4. Be able to develop strong and positive relationships with children.
5. Committed to working as part of a team.

Interviews are commencing immediately, apply today to ensure you do NOT miss out!