Teaching Assistant - SEND

We are recruiting compassionate, resilient and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to support children aged 2-7 with severe, profound and complex learning and physical needs, including complex autism.

If you're looking for work that truly matters - where no two days are the same, and every day is rewarding - this could be the role for you.

Who Should Apply?

This role is perfect for:

-Care Assistants
-Support Workers
-Healthcare Assistants
-Teaching Assistants

Anyone with a genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs

It's not just support - it's connection, care, and communication.

What You'll Be Doing

-Providing one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils engage in learning
-Supporting personal care, including toileting and changing
-Assisting with mobility and physical needs, including wheelchair transfers and hoisting
-Delivering sensory-based activities tailored to each child
-Working alongside teachers, therapists and medical professionals to ensure children are safe, comfortable and included

Who We're Looking For

You don't need to come from a school background - we value care, healthcare and SEND experience just as much.

You'll be a great fit if you have:

-Experience supporting children or adults with complex physical or learning needs
-Understanding of PICA, PEG feeding, epilepsy and medical protocols
-Confidence supporting wheelchair users and personal care
-A calm, patient and compassionate approach
-The ability to follow care plans and work as part of a close-knit team
- The ability to provide a minimum of two professional references
- Have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check

What we offer:

- A supportive partnership with Aspire People, one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies
- Long-term, rewarding placements with opportunities to develop your career
- Competitive weekly pay reflecting your skills and experience
- Ongoing support and CPD from experienced education consultants
- Refer a Friend Bonus of £250
- £100 Joining Bonus once you complete 10 days of work with us - no obligation!

If you're passionate about supporting in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply below with your up-to-date CV.
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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks