SPECIAL SCHOOL SUPPORT ASSISTANT - WATERLOOVILLE. Job in Waterlooville Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Waterlooville seeks caring and enthusiastic Special School Support Assistants to empower primary-aged pupils with SEN. This position offers an engaging environment to support children's development, focusing on tailored activities and fostering independence. Join us in making a difference in young lives!

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN pupils in a primary school setting is required.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration are essential.
• A caring, patient approach is vital for this position.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning through structured activities tailored to their needs.
• Encourage social skills, confidence, and personal independence.
• Assist with personal care while ensuring the child's well-being.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Enthusiasm

SEN strategies

Job description

Prospero Teaching is looking for caring and enthusiastic Special School Support Assistants to join our client SEN specialist school in Waterlooville.

This welcoming school provides a nurturing environment for primary-aged pupils with autism, speech and language difficulties, and social and communication challenges. Your role will involve supporting students in small groups within the classroom or providing one-on-one assistance, using Makaton, PECs, and other visual aids to help them thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

Your role will be varied, engaging, and full of opportunities to inspire young minds. You will:

• Support children's learning and development through structured activities tailored to their needs

• Encourage social skills, confidence, and independence in a warm and supportive way

• Help establish clear routines that create a calm, positive learning environment

• Work alongside teachers to plan and deliver engaging activities designed for SEN pupils

• Observe, record, and contribute to assessments of children's progress

• Provide additional support where needed, ensuring all children feel included and valued

• Assist with personal care, always prioritising the children's well-being

• Maintain confidentiality and uphold safeguarding procedures at all times

What We're Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working with SEN pupils in a primary school setting

• Are committed to safeguarding children and ensuring they feel secure and supported

• Have a caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach, along with a great sense of humour

• Understand SEN strategies, communication tools, and child development

• Communicate well and thrive in a team environment

• Have good English, Maths, and IT skills

The Details

• Location: Waterlooville

• Position: Special School Support Assistant

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 AM - 15:00 PM (Part-time options available)

• Start Date: September 2025

• Rate of Pay: From 13.96 per hour

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, contact Chanai on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed).