Teaching Assistant in Altrincham, Greater Manchester

Location: Timperley, Trafford
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment
Contract: Full-time

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist educational setting in Timperley.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional and complex needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of complex needs, including communication difficulties, autism, sensory needs and challenging behaviours.

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex learning needs.
• Support pupils with their communication, social, emotional and academic development.
• Implement individual education plans and personalised learning strategies.
• Support pupils with personal care where required.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistent and nurturing approaches.
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other support staff.

• Has experience working with children or young people with complex needs, SEND or additional needs.
• Is patient, empathetic, resilient and adaptable.
• Has a positive and proactive approach to supporting behaviour.
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Is confident working as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.
• Is passionate about making a meaningful difference to the lives of young people.

• A full-time opportunity within a supportive specialist setting.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind consultant.
• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist education.

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs and want to make a genuine difference every day, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to take the next step in your education career.