Special Needs Assistant - Southampton Daily Supply, Contract & Permanent Opportunities With Academics - A Leading Education Specialist Agency Academics are seeking experienced Special Needs Assistant's to join our team to work in our clients Mainstream Primary School. As a Special Needs Assistant, you will play a key role within the classroom, within smaller groups of pupils & 1:1 sessions where required. Working with Academics Permanent part-time & full-time vacancies Daily supply work from £90 per day Competitive pay for contract and permanent roles (MPS/UPS scale depending on experience) Opportunities to work in a variety of primary settings across Southampton Support from a dedicated education consultant at Academics Ltd Flexible work to suit your availability and preferencesWe are looking for someone who: Supports pupils with SEND, including using non-verbal communication Puts children first and can create clear structure Is confident working in a specialist provision Stays calm under pressure Has experience supporting children with social/communication needs (ideally 1:1) Is calm, firm, adaptable and willing to learn Can respond to children's emotional needsExperience with SEND is desirable. Are you a Special Needs Assistant, or have experience working with SEND? Academics would love to hear from you! Call us today on (phone number removed)