SEN Teaching Assistant

School 21; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Free counselling service

Free eye tests

Cycle-to-work scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Term-time working

Job summary

Oasis Academy Mayfield in Southampton is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. You will support planning, preparation and delivery of lessons, prepare learning resources and provide pastoral support. You will contribute to evaluating student progress and feedback to ensure needs are met.

The post requires at least 3 GCSEs (incl English & Maths); Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable. The role offers term-time working, a defined pension and support benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 GCSEs (C grade or above) including English and Maths
• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable
• Experience supervising class and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive outcomes
• Good written and verbal communication with teaching staff
• Empathetic approach; ability to build relationships with children and adults
• High expectations of behaviour; ability to challenge without confrontation

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparation and delivery of lessons both whole-class and individual
• Prepare resources to support learning activities
• Provide pastoral support and feedback to the class teacher on pupil progress

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Relationship building

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Education

GCSEs incl English & Maths

Teaching Assistant qualification desirable

Job description

* SEN Teaching AssistantNEWFast Apply# SEN Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Southampton, HampshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £26,016 - 27,709 FTE / Actuall £20,260 - £21,579Posted: 15th September 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 28th September 2026 11:59 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1574038Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1574038* Share :Oasis Academy Mayfield currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.**Job overview**You'll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You'll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students' learning needs are being met.**Job requirements*** A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths* Teaching Assistant qualification desirable* Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes* Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff* Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students* Ability to build good relationships with children and adults* High expectation of behaviour and ability to challenge without confrontation* Understanding of student personal as well as academic needs and to treat with respect* Able to empower children to access all areas of the curriculum and to achieve their maximum potential**What We Can Offer:**When you join the Oasis family there are a number of offers you'll receive that make us stand out as an employer of choice. These include but are not limited to:* Defined benefit pension scheme (inc. life cover, lower tax, set rate 1/49 and ill health cover) - average input of 18.2% from us!* Access to free counselling service* Free eye tests* Cycle-to-work scheme* Healthcare Cash Plan scheme* A lively environment with colleagues who care* Term-time workingAs a SEN Teaching Assistant within Oasis Academy Mayfield, you'll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.Full time salary is £26,016 - 27,709 FTE, with the actual salary being £20,260 - £21,579 based on 33.5 hours per week Term-Time**We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Therefore, early application is strongly encouraged.**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Mayfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy MayfieldPart of### Oasis Community Learning