SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support (ADHD) – Southampton – Full Time from September
Are you a passionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next full-time opportunity? Teaching Personnel is currently working closely with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Southampton, who are seeking a dedicated individual to join their team from September.
This role will involve providing 1:1 support to a child in Key Stage 2 who has been diagnosed with ADHD. The ideal candidate will have a calm, consistent approach, with previous experience supporting pupils with additional needs, particularly around behaviour, attention, and emotional regulation.
The role:
Start Date: September 2025
Location: Southampton (easily accessible via public transport)
Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, term time only
Key responsibilities:
Supporting a KS2 pupil with ADHD on a 1:1 basis
Helping to implement behaviour strategies and learning interventions
Liaising with the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals
Promoting a positive learning environment and supporting emotional well-being
The ideal candidate will:
Have previous experience working with children with ADHD or similar SEN needs
Be proactive, empathetic and resilient
Understand how to manage challenging behaviour in a nurturing and structured way
Be confident working as part of a wider school team
Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)
This is a rewarding opportunity for a committed SEN TA to make a real difference to a child’s learning journey. You’ll be joining a friendly, inclusive school that values personalised support and offers ongoing guidance from senior staff and specialists.
Interested?
Apply today to speak with a dedicated consultant and arrange an interview with the school ahead of September.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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