Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Whitechapel, East London
School: All-Girls Secondary School
Position: Full-Time
Rate: £100–£120 per day
Start Date: ASAP

Principal Education are currently recruiting for an experienced Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive all-girls secondary school in Whitechapel.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring, patient and experienced TA who has a strong background supporting students with complex needs, personal care and physical support requirements.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide dedicated support to a student with complex additional needs, helping them to access learning and participate fully in school life.

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and classroom support to a student with complex needs.
• Supporting with personal care and intimate care when required.
• Assisting with manual handling and mobility support.
• Following individual care and support plans.
• Supporting the student to access lessons and school activities.
• Promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCO and other support staff.
• Maintaining a calm, patient and nurturing approach at all times.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working with complex needs/SEND.
• Proven experience providing personal or intimate care.
• Experience with manual handling and physical support.
• A caring, patient and resilient approach.
• The ability to build strong relationships with students.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Previous experience working within a school, college, care or specialist setting is desirable.

Due to the intimate/personal care requirements of the role and the school’s all-girls setting, this position is open to female applicants only.

What We Offer

• £100–£120 per day, depending on experience.
• Full-time, long-term opportunity.
• Supportive school environment.
• Excellent experience within a secondary SEND setting.
• Dedicated support from your Principal Education consultant.
• Opportunities for further education and SEND roles.

Apply Now

If you have experience supporting students or young people with complex needs, personal care and manual handling, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV.