Specialist Complex Needs and Behaviour Assistant

Senovo


Job Location:

Woodford - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 27591 - 27591
Experience Required: 0-1years
Posted on: 21 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Specialist Complex Needs and Behaviour Assistant
Location: East London Area
Contract: Term Time Only Full-Time (34 hours/week)
Salary: 27591.31 (Pro Rata)
Start Date: October or ASAP

An inclusive and forward-thinking special needs setting in East London is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Specialist Complex Needs and Behaviour Assistant to join their team. This is a permanent term-time position offering an opportunity to work in a rewarding educational environment where pupil wellbeing and progress come first.

The Role:
You will support children aged 311 with a wide range of complex needs including autism Down syndrome and social communication difficulties. Working closely with teachers therapists and pastoral staff youll deliver personalised behavioural support and contribute to a positive structured learning experience.

This is an ideal role for individuals with experience in behaviour support or specialist SEN settings who are passionate about inclusive education and pupil development.



Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support pupils with complex learning and behavioural needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis

  • Help implement personalised learning and behaviour plans

  • Foster emotional regulation communication and independence

  • Liaise with educational staff therapists and families to ensure holistic support

  • Contribute to a calm positive and inclusive learning environment

What Were Looking For:

  • A compassionate resilient professional with experience supporting children with complex needs

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team

  • Knowledge of SEN strategies safeguarding and positive behaviour approaches

  • A growth mindset and willingness to continuously develop your practice

  • Experience in specialist settings is highly desirable



Benefits

Whats On Offer:

  • A supportive and welcoming team committed to professional growth

  • A well-resourced learning environment with ongoing CPD opportunities

  • A positive staff culture with wellbeing and collaboration at its core

  • Involvement in exciting school development projects and future site expansion

How to Apply:
If youre ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a passionate driven SEN support team.




Required Skills:

Empathy and understandingDifferentiated lesson planning & deliveryAssessment for learningPositive behaviour supportIndividualised curriculum adaptationMulti-agency collaborationCommunication expertise Safeguarding & pastoral careData & record keepingAssistive technology proficiency Teamwork & coachingReflective practice & CPD


Required Education:

Postgraduate qualification or accredited training in SEND (e.g. National Award for SEN Coordination Autism Education Trust dyslexia/SpLD or SEMH)Proficiency in alternative/augmentative communication methodsMakaton PECS AAC using evidence-based interventions such as TEACCH SCERTS or Positive Behaviour in Team-Teach MAPA or similar de-escalation and safe-handling with assistive ed-tech tools and adaptive software

Specialist Complex Needs and Behaviour Assistant Location: East London Area Contract: Term Time Only Full-Time (34 hours/week) Salary: 27591.31 (Pro Rata) Start Date: October or ASAPAn inclusive and forward-thinking special needs setting in East London is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Specia...