Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Would you like to work in a specialist educational setting where you can make a real difference to children's everyday experiences and development? Are you patient, compassionate, and interested in supporting children who require additional help with their learning, communication, physical needs, or medical requirements?

A specialist school in Chippenham, Wiltshire is looking for a committed Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join its dedicated team from September 2026. This is an opportunity to work closely with children who benefit from personalised support, helping them access learning, develop independence, and participate in school life.

The children you support may have a range of complex needs, including Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities, medical needs, sensory differences, communication difficulties, and other significant SEND requirements .

Your Responsibilities

As a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant, you will provide practical, educational, and personal support throughout the school day. Working alongside teachers and specialist staff, you will help children participate in activities and develop skills at a pace that is appropriate for them.

Your duties may include:

Providing one-to-one and small-group support during lessons and structured activities. Helping children access the curriculum through adapted resources and personalised learning activities. Encouraging children to communicate using their preferred methods, including AAC, visual resources, symbols, signing, or communication devices where appropriate. Supporting children with mobility and physical requirements in accordance with individual plans and school guidance. Assisting with personal care when required, while maintaining children's dignity, privacy, and wellbeing. Encouraging children to develop greater independence with routines and everyday tasks. Helping children participate in sensory, creative, practical, and recreational activities. Providing reassurance and encouragement when children experience anxiety, frustration, or difficulty communicating. Following individual education, healthcare, and support plans accurately. Working closely with teachers, SEN professionals, therapists, and healthcare staff. Sharing relevant observations about children's progress, wellbeing, and changing needs. Helping maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment throughout the school.

Understanding Each Child

Supporting children with complex needs requires patience, flexibility, and a willingness to see progress from an individual perspective.