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Special Needs Assistant

Academics
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Southampton, Hampshire SO19 1BQ

Salary

£20,000 - £24,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Academics is seeking a compassionate and experienced Special Needs Assistant for an 'Outstanding' Primary SEN School in Southampton, starting in January.
  • This is a full-time, term-time position, with the possibility of a temp-to-perm contract for those looking for long-term employment.
  • Candidates must have GCSEs at grade C or above in English and Maths, or level 2 Functional Skills in these subjects, along with experience working with children in a school setting.
  • The role involves supporting classes of up to 9 pupils with complex learning difficulties, including autism, and requires the ability to build positive relationships with students.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, and applicants should be local to Southampton.

Special Needs Assistant - Southampton - January Start

Academics are recruiting on behalf of an 'Outstanding' Primary SEN School in Southampton who are looking to appoint an experienced and compassionate Special Needs Assistant to join them from January.

This is a full-time, term-time contract. If you are a Special Needs Assistant looking for a permanent position and get on well, they will look to take you on a temp to perm contract so please only apply if you are ultimately looking for a permanent, full time position.

To be considered for this position you MUST have GCSE C or above in English and Maths, or level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths.

Full-time - term-time - Special Needs Assistant - Southampton - January

They are looking for a hardworking and resilient Special School Assistant who is able to build positive relationships with young people. Someone who can support, motivate and encourage the children with their learning and act as a positive role model. If you are looking for a rewarding and satisfying job, this role is for you.

The school caters for pupils aged 4-11 with complex learning difficulties including autism, speech and language disorders and challenging behaviours. All pupils have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

The successful candidate will ideally have had experience of working with children within a school setting. Experience of using PECS, Makaton etc would be an advantage. They are looking for support staff who are compassionate, enthusiastic, reliable and resilient.

You will be supporting classes of up to 9 pupils with 1 class teacher and 3 LSA's. You will be required to support on a 1:1 and small group basis and assist with feeding and personal hygiene duties.

The school is purpose built and includes soft play rooms, multi-sensory interactive rooms and a hydrotherapy pool.You must be local to Southampton to be considered for this role.

If you are looking for a supporting role as a Special Needs Assistant in a Southampton SEN school, please get in touch and send a copy of your updated CV using the link provided.

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