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Complex Needs Support Worker – Specialist School

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs?

Whether you’ve worked in care, support work, SEN, residential care, youth work, mental health, healthcare or education, this could be the rewarding role you’ve been looking for.

We are recruiting a Complex Needs Support Worker to join an outstanding specialist school in Bradford that supports children and young people aged 2–19 with Autism, Communication & Interaction needs, and complex learning needs.

No two days are the same. You’ll build meaningful relationships, celebrate small victories, and help pupils develop the confidence and independence they need to succeed.

About the School

This highly regarded specialist school provides an inclusive, nurturing environment where every pupil is valued as an individual.

The school supports children and young people with:

• Autism
• Communication and interaction needs
• Complex learning difficulties
• Sensory processing needs
• Social, emotional and behavioural needs

You’ll be joining a welcoming team of teachers, therapists and support staff who work together to provide personalised support and create positive outcomes for every learner.

Your Role

As a Complex Needs Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in helping pupils access learning while supporting their social, emotional and communication development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Helping pupils develop communication, social and life skills
• Supporting children with Autism and complex additional needs
• Encouraging independence and celebrating individual achievements
• Using positive behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation
• Creating a calm, safe and engaging learning environment
• Supporting sensory regulation throughout the school day
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and families to provide consistent support

We’re Looking For People Who Are

Compassionate and patient

Calm under pressure

Positive and resilient

Reliable and adaptable

Passionate about helping children reach their potential

Experience We’d Love to See

We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including:

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Support Worker
• Care Assistant
• Residential Support Worker
• Youth Worker
• Healthcare Assistant
• Mental Health Support Worker
• Nursery Practitioner
• Learning Support Assistant
• Autism Support Worker

Experience supporting people with Autism, learning disabilities or complex needs is highly desirable, but the most important thing is your attitude and willingness to learn.

Why Apply?

• Full-time, term-time only position
• Monday-Friday working hours
• Long-term opportunity with the potential for a permanent contract
• Excellent on-the-job training and ongoing CPD
• Supportive leadership and experienced SEN professionals
• Work alongside therapists and specialist teaching staff
• Build a rewarding career within specialist education
• Make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people every day

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a rewarding career where every day brings new opportunities to support, encourage and inspire young people with Autism and complex needs, we’d love to hear from you.

• Apply today to become a Complex Needs Support Worker and start making a lasting difference in a specialist school in Bradford