Overview
SEN Behaviour & Complex Needs Support Assistant - Full Time (BL9)
Are you a patient, empathetic professional with experience supporting individuals with additional needs? Do you have a background in roles such as residential care, support work, or youth work—and want to make a real impact within a school setting?
If so, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you.
Teaching Personnel are seeking to appoint a full-time SEN Behaviour & Complex Needs Support Assistant, starting in September, on behalf of a warm and inclusive primary school in the BL9 area. This school is known for creating a safe, supportive environment where every child is understood, valued, and encouraged to thrive.
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm
About the Role
You will support a child with complex needs, which may include:
- Behavioural challenges
- Communication difficulties
- Non-verbal communication (using Speech & Language-informed strategies)
- Social and emotional development needs
Your role may involve 1:1 support or small group work to:
- Help children access the curriculum
- Implement positive behaviour support strategies
- Support communication through visuals, gestures, or alternative communication methods
- Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and external specialists such as Speech and Language Therapists
About You
You'll be a great fit if you are:
- Experienced working with children or young people with additional needs, whether in schools, residential care, support work, or youth work
- Calm, patient, and confident supporting emotional and behavioural regulation
- Comfortable supporting pupils who may be non-verbal
- Able to adapt activities to meet individual learning needs
- Skilled in building strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
- Reliable, proactive, and committed to helping every child succeed
School-based experience is welcomed, but transferable experience is highly valued.
Why This Role Matters
This full-time role allows you to make a meaningful impact every day—supporting a child who needs consistency, understanding, and specialised support to grow both emotionally and academically.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch and send across a copy of your CV.
SEN Support Assistant employer: Teaching Personnel
Join a supportive and nurturing educational environment as a Part Time Teacher in the BB4 area, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of Upper Key Stage 2 pupils. With competitive pay, small class sizes, and dedicated consultant support, this role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and the chance to inspire young minds in a welcoming community. Embrace the rewarding experience of teaching while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time schedule.
