Complex Needs Teaching Assistant (Chigwell)
| Posting date: | 26 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £110 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 June 2026 |
| Location: | Chigwell, Essex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Luma Education Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | ABHHY265 |
Summary
Complex Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Chigwell, Essex
Pay: £90–£110/day (DOE)
Duration: Full-time – Mon-Fri
Start: ASAP / Flexible
Closing date for applications: 15 June 2026
Luma Education Recruitment are seeking a compassionate and resilient Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, SEMH, ADHD, PMLD, and complex learning difficulties. This role involves supporting both learning and personal care needs within a specialist education setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex needs
Support pupils with personal care where required
Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons
Promote pupils’ communication, independence, and emotional wellbeing
Help maintain a calm, safe, and positive learning environment
Support pupils with behavioural, sensory, and medical needs
Requirements:
Experience working within SEN, care, support work, or youth work settings
Comfortable supporting personal care needs
Confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and complex needs
Patient, nurturing, and proactive approach
Flexible and adaptable to different classroom environments
Enhanced DBS (on Update Service) required prior to starting
Benefits:
Competitive daily rate (£90–£110 DOE) with weekly payments
Efficient registration process and expert payroll support
Long-term stability with permanent potential
CPD and ongoing training opportunities
Dedicated consultants helping you find the best roles
About Luma Education Recruitment
Luma Education Recruitment connects talented teachers and support staff with schools across the UK. We specialise in SEN, SEMH, Alternative Provision, and specialist education recruitment, supporting schools with high-quality staff across teaching, support, and leadership roles.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
To discuss the role or apply, send your CV to daniel.benson@lumaedrec.com or call 0204 576 4344. Looking for something different? Reach out and let us help you find the right role.
Location: Chigwell, Essex
Pay: £90–£110/day (DOE)
Duration: Full-time – Mon-Fri
Start: ASAP / Flexible
Closing date for applications: 15 June 2026
Luma Education Recruitment are seeking a compassionate and resilient Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, SEMH, ADHD, PMLD, and complex learning difficulties. This role involves supporting both learning and personal care needs within a specialist education setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex needs
Support pupils with personal care where required
Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons
Promote pupils’ communication, independence, and emotional wellbeing
Help maintain a calm, safe, and positive learning environment
Support pupils with behavioural, sensory, and medical needs
Requirements:
Experience working within SEN, care, support work, or youth work settings
Comfortable supporting personal care needs
Confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and complex needs
Patient, nurturing, and proactive approach
Flexible and adaptable to different classroom environments
Enhanced DBS (on Update Service) required prior to starting
Benefits:
Competitive daily rate (£90–£110 DOE) with weekly payments
Efficient registration process and expert payroll support
Long-term stability with permanent potential
CPD and ongoing training opportunities
Dedicated consultants helping you find the best roles
About Luma Education Recruitment
Luma Education Recruitment connects talented teachers and support staff with schools across the UK. We specialise in SEN, SEMH, Alternative Provision, and specialist education recruitment, supporting schools with high-quality staff across teaching, support, and leadership roles.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
To discuss the role or apply, send your CV to daniel.benson@lumaedrec.com or call 0204 576 4344. Looking for something different? Reach out and let us help you find the right role.