Special School Assistant - Primary SEN School, Southampton)

Academics; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency in Southampton seeks a compassionate Special School Assistant for a full-time role at an 'Outstanding' Primary SEN School. This term-time position involves supporting children aged 4-11 with complex learning difficulties. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in a school setting, with skills like PECS and Makaton being advantageous. The role offers a rewarding opportunity to positively impact young students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• Ability to support, motivate, and encourage students.
• Compassionate, enthusiastic, reliable, and resilient nature.

Responsibilities

• Support classes of up to 9 pupils alongside a class teacher.
• Assist with feeding and personal hygiene duties.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support.

Skills

Compassionate support for children

Ability to build positive relationships

Resilience

Motivational skills

Education

GCSE C or above in English and Maths

Level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths

Tools

Experience with PECS

Experience with Makaton

Job description

Special School Assistant

'Outstanding' Primary SEN School, Southamptonber

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, please get in touch and send a copy of your updated CV using the link provided.