SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Term Time Only
Southampton |  £13.75 per hour | Part-time / Flexible hours
Employer: Teaching Personnel

Are you looking for a rewarding role that fits around your lifestyle?
Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a special educational needs (SEN) school in Southampton. This is a term-time only position with flexible working hours, making it ideal for individuals seeking a better work-life balance.

About the Role:

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities.

• Working 1:1 or in small groups to deliver tailored learning support.

• Assisting with behaviour management and promoting emotional well-being.

• Collaborating with teaching staff, therapists, and other professionals to implement education plans.

• Creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.

What is an SEN School?

SEN schools are specialist settings that cater to children and young people with additional learning needs. These schools offer smaller class sizes, personalised support, and a strong focus on both academic and social development.

Requirements:

• A patient, caring, and enthusiastic approach

• Experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)

• Willingness to support students with complex needs

• A proactive attitude and ability to work as part of a team

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for one)

What We Offer:

• £13.75 per hour, paid weekly

• Flexible working around your availability

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

• Opportunity to gain experience in specialist education settings

If you are interested then apply now!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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