Join Our Dynamic Team as a Special Education Needs Assistant Assistant at Vision for Education Are you passionate about making a real difference in young lives? Do you have a heart for supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? If so, we want to hear from you! Position: Special Education Needs Assistant Location: Southampton Hours: Full-time/Part-time Start Date: ASAP / September start Why Choose Us? At Vision for Education, we're working with several SEMH school who believe every student deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive academically and emotionally. As a Special Education Needs Assistant, you'll be at the forefront of transformative education, helping students overcome challenges and unlock their full potential. What You’ll Do: ✨ Support teachers in delivering engaging, tailored lessons to students with SEMH needs ✨ Build trusting relationships that foster confidence and resilience ✨ Assist in creating a calm, positive classroom environment ✨ Support students with their emotional regulation and social skills ✨ Contribute to a supportive team dedicated to student wellbeing What We’re Looking For: Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to help others Experience working with children or young people with additional needs (1-2 years minimum) Excellent communication skills A proactive, resilient attitude Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding What We Offer: Ongoing professional development and training opportunities Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunities for career progression A rewarding role where you truly make a difference About us: We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2025 for the third year in a row! We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you're ready to inspire change and help shape the future of young people facing unique challenges, apply now! Join us in creating a brighter tomorrow. How to apply: If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed). Visionsouthampton