Job description
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Prospero Teaching are working with an ‘Good’ Ofsted rated SEN School based in Southampton recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant (SEMH).
The School are looking for individuals that are supportive, non-judgemental, patient, easy to talk to, positive and flexible. You must be able to speak to pupils in a manner which encourages and supports them, enabling you to build trusting relationships.
Previous experience of working with young people is desirable. Experience with autistic children and those with social communication difficulties would be an advantage. A team player with patience, understanding and a willingness to develop is needed.
Working hours are –
Contract Details:
1. Location – Southampton, Hampshire
2. Position – Primary Teaching Assistant (SEN)
3. Start date – September 2025
4. Contract type – Long Term / Permanent
5. Duration / Likely Duration – Ongoing
6. Full time/part time – Full Time
7. Minimum rate of pay – From £90 per day
Experience, Training and Qualifications:
8. Calming mannerisms in challenging situations.
9. Strong behaviour management skills while creating a fun learning environment.
10. Driven to motivate the pupil and increase his participation.
11. The ability to grow individual personal development.
12. Be caring, patient and have good communication skills.
13. Be self-reflective, have a willingness to learn and demonstrate initiative.
14. Experience supporting an individual with SEN
To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:
15. Hold right to work in the UK
16. Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
17. Provide two professional child related references
Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
18. Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
19. In-house Training and Development Team