Special Needs Assistant - Southampton. Job in Southampton Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education specialist agency is seeking a Special Needs Assistant to support pupils with SEND in Southampton's primary schools. This role offers flexible part-time and full-time opportunities with competitive pay. Applicants should be confident in creating structured environments and responding to children's emotional needs, preferably with experience in specialist provisions. Join us to make a difference in children's lives while receiving support from a dedicated consultant.

Benefits

Flexible work to suit your availability

Support from a dedicated education consultant

Competitive pay for contract and permanent roles

Qualifications

• Supports pupils with SEND effectively in various settings.
• Experience working in a specialist provision is ideal.
• Desirable experience with children with social or communication needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist pupils in mainstream primary schools and provide 1:1 support as needed.
• Work effectively in small groups and larger classroom settings.
• Maintain calmness and adaptability in various situations.

Skills

Experience with non-verbal communication

Ability to create clear structure

Calmness under pressure

Experience supporting children with social/communication needs

Adaptability and willingness to learn

Responding to children's emotional needs

Job description

Special Needs Assistant - Southampton
Daily Supply, Contract & Permanent Opportunities
With Academics - A Leading Education Specialist Agency

Academics are seeking experienced Special Needs Assistant's to join our team to work in our clients Mainstream Primary School. As a Special Needs Assistant, you will play a key role within the classroom, within smaller groups of pupils & 1:1 sessions where required.

Working with Academics

• Permanent part-time & full‑time vacancies
• Daily supply work from 90 per day
• Competitive pay for contract and permanent roles (MPS/UPS scale depending on experience)
• Opportunities to work in a variety of primary settings across Southampton
• Support from a dedicated education consultant at Academics Ltd
• Flexible work to suit your availability and preferences

We are looking for someone who:

• Supports pupils with SEND, including using non‑verbal communication
• Puts children first and can create clear structure
• Is confident working in a specialist provision
• Stays calm under pressure
• Has experience supporting children with social/communication needs (ideally 1:1)
• Is calm, firm, adaptable and willing to learn
• Can respond to children's emotional needs

Experience with SEND is desirable.

Are you a Special Needs Assistant, or have experience working with SEND? Academics would love to hear from you! Call us today on (phone number removed)