SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Southampton
Pay: £80 – £100 per day (DOE)
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract Type: Full Time
Start Date: January 2026

We are looking for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Southampton. You will support a pupil with additional learning needs and challenging behaviour, helping them access learning in a structured and supportive environment. This full-time role begins in January, with potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with SEND and challenging behaviour.

• Assist with adapted learning activities aligned with the pupil’s EHCP.

• Support communication, sensory needs, regulation strategies, and emotional well-being.

• Work alongside teachers, therapists, and the SENCO to follow personalised support plans.

• Promote engagement, independence, and consistency throughout the school day.

• Support transitions, routines, and behaviour management using agreed school strategies.

• Experience working in an SEN school or with pupils with SEND or challenging behaviour (preferred but not essential).

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.

• Patience, resilience, and a proactive attitude.

• Ability to follow safeguarding procedures and school policies.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

• Competitive daily rates.

• Dedicated consultant for ongoing support.

• Access to CPD and SEN-focused training.

• Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression.

• £100 referral bonus for recommending a friend.