Special Needs Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team in Southampton. This full-time role involves working with children aged 2-19 with diverse learning needs, including moderate to profound difficulties. You will play a crucial role in fostering a safe and engaging learning environment, participating in activities like arts and crafts and swimming. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special needs and are ready to take on feeding and personal hygiene duties as needed, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values empathy and dedication!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs is essential.
• Relevant qualifications in education or child care are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children with moderate to profound learning difficulties.
• Create a fun and safe learning environment through various activities.

Skills

Empathy

Experience with special needs

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or child care

Job description

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Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

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Education

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

24.03.2025

Expiry Date:

08.05.2025

Job Description:

Special Needs Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant - SEN School in Southampton

Academics recruiting on behalf of a 'Good' SEN School based in Totton, Southampton who are looking for an experienced Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their support team. They cater for children from the age of 2-19 years with moderate, severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties, MLD, SLD, PMLD.

The school is set over two sites which are a mile apart and split into early years/primary and secondary/further education.

Due to the needs of the students, they are looking for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant who is happy to carry out feeding and personal hygiene duties when needed.

This Special Needs Teaching Assistant position is suited to someone who loves working with children with special needs and enjoys getting stuck in. As many of their needs are severe, you will be involved in creating a fun and safe learning environment for their pupils and carry out various activities such as floor work, arts and crafts, swimming, etc.

This is a full-time, ongoing Special Needs Teaching Assistant role starting ASAP. For those looking for a permanent position, they also offer temp to perm contracts.

If you are a passionate and empathetic Special Needs Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant and live in Southampton, please apply!