Compassionate Special School Assistant – Term-Time

Academics; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking compassionate Special School Assistants to join an SEN Primary School in Southampton. You will support EYFS learners, helping them access learning, build independence and feel safe, engaged and valued throughout the school day.

You will work with teachers, therapists and other staff to tailor support, apply behaviour strategies, and foster positive relationships, wellbeing and inclusion in a busy, caring environment.

Qualifications

• Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of complex learning and behavioural needs.
• Assist with adapting learning to each pupil.
• Support the teacher with behaviour strategies.
• Promote positive relationships, emotional wellbeing and independence.
• Contribute to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students to access learning and participate actively in lessons.
• Work alongside teachers, therapists and support staff to implement plans.
• Help maintain a calm, structured classroom atmosphere and routines.

Skills

Pupil support

Behaviour support

Differentiated learning

Inclusive education

Job description

Academics is seeking compassionate Special School Assistants to join an SEN Primary School in Southampton. You will support EYFS learners, helping them access learning, build independence and feel safe, engaged and valued throughout the school day.

You will work with teachers, therapists and other staff to tailor support, apply behaviour strategies, and foster positive relationships, wellbeing and inclusion in a busy, caring environment.