Sensory Support Assistant - Primary (Waterlooville)
Prospero Teaching is looking for calm, patient, and resilient Sensory Support Assistants to join a specialist SEN primary school in Waterlooville. The school supports children across EYFS and primary age ranges with a wide variety of additional needs, including autism, sensory processing differences, communication difficulties, learning disabilities, complex needs, and barriers to engaging with learning.
The school is also open to applications from ad‑hoc supply staff who are available for day‑to‑day, short‑term, or long‑term cover-ideal for those seeking flexible, varied work within a supportive SEN setting.
Key Responsibilities
Providing tailored sensory support to pupils with autism, sensory processing needs, learning disabilities, or communication difficulties
Supporting children who may experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation, sensory overload, or challenges with transitions and routines
Encouraging engagement through sensory‑based, play‑led, creative, therapeutic, and differentiated learning activities
Promoting emotional wellbeing, safety, and positive behaviour throughout the school day
Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, and developing independence
Building trusting, stable relationships using calm, clear, and consistent communication
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to ensure holistic, child‑centred support
Contract Details
Location: Waterlooville
Position: Sensory Support Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full‑time with temp‑to‑perm pathways available; ad‑hoc supply opportunities also offered
Working Hours: 09:00 - 15:00
Pay Rate: From £14.96 per hour
Requirements
To be considered, you must:
Have the Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child‑barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
Provide professional references covering the last 24 months
Hold a Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education, or health & social care or have relevant SEN experience
What We Offer
Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de‑escalation
Access to our specialist in‑house Training & Development Team
Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
A warm, welcoming primary school environment with strong staff culture and opportunities for progression
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Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted