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Complex Needs Assistant

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ 90 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Huyton, Knowsley

Expire in: 15 days

Job Description

Complex Needs Assistant

Pay: £90.00-£110.00 per day

Contract: [Full-time, Term Time Only]

“Make a Real Difference Every Day”

We are recruiting for 3 Complex Needs Assistants for a school supporting primary age children with severe learning difficulties and complex autism. An Outstanding school where pupils thrive, relationships are at the heart of everything they do, and every child is supported to achieve their full potential.

Thrive Education seeks dedicated, compassionate and resilient Complex Needs Assistants to join our skilled and supportive team.

About the Role

As a Complex Needs Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and therapists to support pupils with a wide range of needs. You will play a vital role in helping children to communicate, regulate their emotions, develop independence and engage in learning.

This is a rewarding and hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will:

  * Support pupils’ communication, interaction and engagement

  * Help pupils manage their emotions and behaviour in a calm, consistent way

  * Assist with personal care where required

  * Adapt activities to meet individual needs

  * Contribute to a safe, structured and nurturing environment

  * Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Who we’re Looking For

We warmly welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, particularly those with experience in:

Health & Social Care / Support Work

  * Supporting individuals with complex needs, autism or additional needs

  * Experience with personal care, behaviour support or safeguarding

Early Years / EYFS

  * Strong understanding of child development and early communication

  * Experience creating engaging, structured and nurturing environments

Special Educational Needs (SEND)

  * Experience in special schools, alternative provision or specialist settings

  * Knowledge of autism, communication needs or sensory differences

We also encourage applications from individuals in related fields who have the right values and transferable skills.

What You’ll Bring

We are looking for people who are:

  * Patient, calm and emotionally resilient

  * Passionate about supporting children with additional needs

  * Skilled at building positive, trusting relationships

  * Observant and responsive to pupils’ communication (verbal and non-verbal)

  * Flexible, proactive and willing to learn

  * Strong team players who value collaboration

Experience is important—but your attitude, empathy and commitment are what matter most.

Why Join Us?

  * Work in an Outstanding school with a strong reputation

  * Be part of a supportive, experienced and multi-professional team

  * Access high-quality training and development opportunities

  * Make a genuine, lasting difference to children and families

  * Work in a setting where staff wellbeing is valued and supported

Benefits:

  * Employee mentoring programme

  * Free parking

  * On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Before You Apply

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Bank details.
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