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| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Bradford, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Early Years Foundation Stage - Nursery |
| Salary | £94 - £110 per day |
| Start Date | September |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | COMPLEX30.7_1785399264 |
| Job Views | 226 |
- Description
⭐ Complex Needs Education Assistant
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
Veritas Education are recruiting Complex Needs Education Assistants to support pupils within a specialist primary school in Bradford. The school has a dedicated pathway for children with profound and complex needs, including pupils who use wheelchairs, require PEG feeding, and need high levels of physical, medical and sensory support.
As a Complex Needs Education Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Special Educational Needs (SEN) access learning, communication and meaningful experiences throughout the school day. This is a deeply rewarding role where your support directly enhances each child's quality of life, independence and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
One‑to‑one support and small‑group work with pupils with complex physical and learning needs
Assist with individualised learning plans, sensory programmes and therapeutic activities
Provide safe and dignified personal care, including PEG feeding, toileting, repositioning and mobility support
Use hoists, slings and specialist equipment following moving & handling guidance
Work collaboratively with teachers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and medical staff
Support pupils' communication using AAC methods, switches, eye‑gaze or other assistive technologies
Promote social interaction, engagement and emotional wellbeing
Record progress, observations and behaviour to support personalised learning
Requirements
Experience supporting children or adults with complex needs, physical disabilities or medical needs
Personal experience supporting a family member with SEN/PMLD is welcomed
Team Teach Level 2 (training can be provided by Veritas)
Safeguarding training (can be provided)
GCSE English & Maths
Strong understanding of SEN, PMLD and inclusive practice
Excellent communication, empathy and resilience
Ability to remain calm, professional and nurturing in challenging situations
Moving & handling training is preferred
Willingness to support personal care and medical routines
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
Eligibility to work in the UK
What Veritas Education Can Offer
Fast, simple registration process
Dedicated compliance team supporting you from registration to placement
A meaningful role making a real difference to children with complex needs
Supportive school teams and ongoing professional development
Part‑time and full‑time opportunities
Work aligned with the school year
Online CPD, including safeguarding
Level 2 Team Teach training delivered in‑house
A specialist SEND consultant with experience in special schools and APs
Opportunities across Bradford, Kirklees and Leeds
Temporary, permanent, full‑time and part‑time roles available
???? Apply Now
Please send your up‑to‑date CV highlighting relevant experience to ojewitt@veritas-education.com.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
