Job Advert: SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School (Southampton)

Location: Southampton
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time
Setting: Primary School

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? A welcoming primary school in Southampton is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team full-time. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN
• Assist in delivering tailored learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCO
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Support pupils'' emotional, social, and academic development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals

Requirements:

• Experience working with children, ideally in an educational or SEN setting
• Understanding of SEN such as autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn

Desirable:

• Experience in Key Stage 1 or 2
• Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support

Benefits:

• Supportive school environment with ongoing training opportunities
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children''s education
• Competitive pay based on experience

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy.