SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special needs? Do you have a caring and patient nature, and want to support children in their educational journey? We are looking for a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team in Southampton.

Role: Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Southampton
Contract: Full-time/Part-time options available

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children with a range of special needs, including physical, emotional, and learning difficulties.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support in the classroom.
• Assist with personal care, if required.
• Help create an inclusive, positive, and encouraging learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff to implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Promote the emotional and social development of students.

Key Requirements:

• A compassionate and empathetic approach to working with children.
• Experience in a similar role (preferred but not essential).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, reliability, and the ability to work well in a team.
• A relevant qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) is desirable but not essential.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Make a positive impact on children's lives and their future success.

If you’re ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join a rewarding and fulfilling role in education.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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