Special Needs Assistant 2 Positions Available An exciting opportunity for a caring and motivated Special Needs Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive primary school team supporting children with additional needs in a nurturing learning environment. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Classroom Support Worker, SEND Learning Mentor, 1:1 Teaching Assistant NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Previous experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs is desirable.The organisation welcomes applications from recent graduates who are interested in pursuing a future career in teaching, as well as those who have an interest in supporting and working with children with special needs. SALARY: £24,796 per annum FTE / Actual Annual Salary £17,243 per annum Benefits LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Temporary This appointmentwill be a 1:1 role supporting a child with additional needs andis of a temporary nature due to the identified budget provision to provide SEND support in the school to individual children. The contract is likely to last for at least one academic year and could potentially be extended. WORKING HOURS: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.45am to 3.15pm, term time only (39 weeks). JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Special Needs Assistant to work on a one-to-one basis supporting a child with additional needs in a school setting. As a Special Needs Assistant, you will help pupils access learning, provide structured support, and create an inclusive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment. The Special Needs Assistant will play a key role in developing communication, confidence, and independence in pupils with special educational needs, working closely with teachers and other professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Special Needs Assistant include: Providing 1:1 Support: Assist a child with additional needs in the classroom environment Encouraging Engagement: Motivate and inspire children to participate in learning activities Using Communication Strategies: Support pupils using non-verbal and visual communication tools Creating Structure: Establish clear routines and predictable learning structures for children with SEND Supporting Emotional Wellbeing: Attune to the childs emotional needs and promote positive behaviour Collaborating With Staff: Work closely with teachers and other professionals to deliver consistent support Promoting Inclusion: Help children integrate and build relationships within the classroom Adapting Approaches: Think on your feet and adapt strategies to meet changing needs Maintaining Safeguarding Standards: Uphold confidentiality and safeguarding procedures at all times CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS A child-centred approach with patience, empathy and understanding Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure Experience of supporting children with social or communication difficulties Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organisational and time management skills Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality procedures Flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt Previous experience in a school or SEND setting is desirable Graduate applicants with a future interest in teaching are also encouraged to apply BENEFITS Friendly and sociable colleagues Staff membership rates to the modern Leisure Centre One day per academic year a fully paid day off to support personal events Two-week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn term Enrolment in one of the UKs Largest public sector pension schemes A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. They will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early. APPLY TODAY By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-T13999 Full-Time, Part-Time, Term Time, Temporary, Education Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. Classroom Assistant Teaching Assistant Learning Mentor AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ