SEND Teaching Assistant - Specialist School, Southampton

Axcis Education; Southampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly pay

Free CPD and training

Long-term opportunities

Permanent position potential

Job summary

Axcis Education seeks a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a Southampton specialist school. You will assist with learning, communication and social development for children with a range of complex needs, including autism and physical disabilities.

Role involves working with teachers and therapists to create a nurturing, inclusive environment, with emphasis on independence and emotional wellbeing. DBS checks and compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Knowledge of autism and complex needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for helping children reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and individual support to pupils with complex SEND.
• Assist pupils with learning, communication and social development.
• Support personal care and mobility needs when required.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Help create a safe, engaging and positive learning environment.
• Record progress and contribute to pupil reviews.

Skills

SEND experience

Calm and patient

Teamwork

Communication skills

Tools

Makaton

PECS

AAC

Job description

Axcis Education seeks a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a Southampton specialist school. You will assist with learning, communication and social development for children with a range of complex needs, including autism and physical disabilities.

Role involves working with teachers and therapists to create a nurturing, inclusive environment, with emphasis on independence and emotional wellbeing. DBS checks and compliance are required.