Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant



SEN School | Bolton

Full Time | Long-Term Role | Competitive Daily Rate | Immediate Start Available

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Bolton, seeking a dedicated and compassionate Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 7-17 with a range of additional needs.

This welcoming and well-resourced school supports children with complex learning difficulties, autism, sensory needs, communication difficulties, and medical needs. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and therapists to provide tailored support that enables every child to thrive both academically and socially.

As a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex SEND needs
• Assist with communication strategies, sensory activities, and personalised learning programmes
• Support pupils with personal care where required
• Promote engagement, independence, and positive behaviour
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to meet individual pupil needs
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEND, complex needs, or autism
• Is patient, resilient, and enthusiastic about making a difference
• Can build positive relationships with pupils who may have communication and sensory challenges
• Has experience in education, care, support work, health and social care, psychology, or a related field
• Is comfortable supporting pupils with personal care needs when required

• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College
• A dedicated SEND consultant throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
• A chance to make a genuine impact in a specialist educational setting

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one), and compliance with safer recruitment procedures.

Interested? Apply today to join a fantastic SEN school in Bolton and help support children with complex needs to achieve their full potential.