Special School Assistant - Primary SEN School, Southampton

Academics; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting on behalf of an Outstanding Primary SEN School in Southampton for an experienced Special School Assistant to join their team.

The role is full-time, term-time, Mon-Fri 8.45am-3.15pm, with potential for a permanent contract from a temp-to-perm arrangement. Candidates must have GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or Level 2 Functional Skills) and have a compassionate, resilient approach to supporting pupils with complex needs.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Experience in a school setting preferred.
• Experience with PECS or Makaton would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support classes of up to 9 pupils with 1 class teacher and 3 Special School Assistants.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Assist with feeding and personal hygiene duties.
• Build positive relationships and act as a positive role model.

Skills

Empathy

1:1 Support

Team Collaboration

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C+)

Job description

Special School Assistant
Primary SEN School, Southampton

Academics are recruiting on behalf of an 'Outstanding' Primary SEN School in Southampton who are looking to appoint an experienced and compassionate Special School Assistant to join their team.

This is a full-time, term-time contract. If you are looking for a permanent position and get on well, they will look to take you on a temp to perm contract so please only apply if you are ultimately looking for a permanent position.

To be considered for this position you MUST have GCSE C or above in English and Maths, or level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths.

The position is full-time, term-time - Mon-Fri 8.45am-3.15pm.

They are looking for a hardworking and resilient Special School Assistant who is able to build positive relationships with young people. Someone who can support, motivate and encourage the children with their learning and act as a positive role model. If you are looking for a rewarding and satisfying job, this role is for you.

The school in Southampton caters for pupils aged 4-11 with complex learning difficulties including autism, speech and language disorders and challenging behaviours. All pupils have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

The successful Special School Assistant will ideally have had experience of working with children within a school setting. Experience of using PECS, Makaton etc would be an advantage. They are looking for support staff who are compassionate, enthusiastic, reliable and resilient.

You will be supporting classes of up to 9 pupils with 1 class teacher and 3 Special School Assistant's. You will be required to support on a 1:1 and small group basis and assist with feeding and personal hygiene duties.

The school is purpose built and includes soft play rooms, mutli-sensory interactive rooms and a hydrotherapy pool.

If you are a Special School Assistant looking for a new position and live in Southampton.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.