Teaching Assistant for SEN Primary School

Learning Support Assistant (SEN) - Primary School

Location: High Needs Primary School, located in Southampton
Contract: Temporary (with potential for permanent placement)
Start Date: [Insert start date]
Salary: £12.90 per hour

We are looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our compassionate team at a small, high needs primary school specializing in supporting young children with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN). This role is ideal for someone who is dedicated to nurturing vulnerable young learners and creating a secure, trusting learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored, one-on-one and group support to primary-aged pupils with additional needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement individual learning and support plans.
• Adapt your approach to support the emotional, social, and academic development of each child.
• Build meaningful relationships rooted in trust, encouragement, and understanding.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with primary-aged children with SEN in an educational setting.
• A patient, resilient, and adaptive approach to providing individualized support.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build connections with young, vulnerable pupils.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and families to best meet each child’s needs.

Why Join Us?

• Become part of a supportive and close-knit school community where building trust and nurturing confidence in children is paramount.
• A temporary role that offers the potential to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate.
• The rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young children with complex needs.

If you’re passionate about supporting primary-aged children with SEN and have relevant experience, we’d love to hear from you!

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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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