Special School Assistant - Southampton - ASAP Start!Academics are recruiting on behalf of an 'Outstanding' Primary SEN School in Southampton who are looking to appoint an experienced and compassionate Special School Assistant to join them ASAP.This is a full-time, term-time contract. If you are 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 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 - 30 hours per week - Mon & Fri 8.45am-3.15pm, Tues-Thurs 8.55am-3.15pmThey are looking for a hardworking and resilient Special School Assistant's 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 Special School Assistant 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, mutli-sensory interactive rooms and a hydrotherapy pool.If you are a Special School Assistant looking for a new position, please get in touch and send a copy of your updated CV using the link provided.
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Academics
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 11 days
Southampton, Hampshire SO19 1BQ
£18,000 - £21,600 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Academics is seeking an experienced Special School Assistant for an 'Outstanding' Primary SEN School in Southampton, with an ASAP start date.
- This full-time, term-time position requires candidates to have GCSE C or above in English and Maths, or level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths.
- The role involves supporting children aged 4-11 with complex learning difficulties, and candidates should ideally have prior experience in a school setting.
- The working hours are 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a salary range of £19,000 to £23,000 depending on experience.
- Candidates should be compassionate, resilient, and able to build positive relationships with students, and prior experience with PECS or Makaton is advantageous.
