Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Salary/Rate:£90 - £95
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Sutton
County:South West London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:10307
Post Date:01.09.25
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About the Role

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant – Secondary Special School
Location: Sutton
Start Date: ASAP – July 2026
£90 - £95 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | Long-Term
Via Parker Smith Inclusion

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with complex needs? Do you thrive in a supportive, specialist environment where no two days are the same?

Parker Smith Inclusion is working with a remarkable secondary special school that caters to students with a wide range of needs, including Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), sensory processing challenges, and mobility difficulties. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join the team on a full-time, long-term basis.

The Role:

As a Complex Needs TA, you will play a key role in supporting students both in and out of the classroom, helping them to access learning and develop life skills in a safe, nurturing environment. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting students with personal care needs (toileting, hygiene, etc.)

  • Assisting with moving and handling in line with individual care plans

  • Supporting sensory regulation and communication needs

  • Collaborating with teachers and therapists to implement tailored strategies

  • Promoting independence, emotional wellbeing, and engagement

Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for individuals with:

  • Experience working with children or young adults with Autism, SLD, PMLD, or complex physical and sensory needs

  • An understanding of communication tools such as Makaton or PECS

  • Confidence with personal care and manual handling

  • First Aid training is highly desirable

  • A caring, resilient, and team-oriented attitude

This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a supportive and skilled team dedicated to inclusive education and holistic development.

Why work with Parker Smith Inclusion?

  • PAYE (no umbrella fees)

  • Specialist SEND consultants who understand your role

  • Long-term, stable placements with potential for permanent roles

  • Ongoing support and CPD opportunities

If you're ready to join a school that puts its students at the heart of everything, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Jamie Martinez  at Parker Smith Inclusion for more information about this exciting Complex Needs TA opportunity. Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and relevant referencing.

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