Special School Assistant - Primary SEN School, Southampton

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Special School Assistant to join a supportive team in Southampton. This full-time role offers the chance to work with children aged 4-11 with complex learning difficulties, including autism and speech disorders. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, resilient, and able to build positive relationships with students. You will play a vital role in motivating and encouraging young learners while supporting their personal needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with special educational needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting is preferred.
• Compassionate and enthusiastic support staff are ideal.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate children with their learning.
• Assist with feeding and personal hygiene duties.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Relationship Building

Motivational Skills

Support Skills

Education

GCSE C or above in English

GCSE C or above in Maths

Level 2 Functional Skills in English

Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Special School Assistant - Southampton - ASAP Start!

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 them ASAP.

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.

Minimum Requirements:

1. GCSE C or above in English and Maths, or level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths.

Full-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 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 candidate 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 LSAs. 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, multi-sensory interactive rooms, and a hydrotherapy pool.

If you are a Special School Assistant looking for a new position, please get in touch and send a copy of your updated CV using the link provided.