SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant – Southampton
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential? Our education recruitment agency is looking for caring, dedicated, and enthusiastic SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistants to support pupils in schools across Southampton.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships, providing tailored support, and helping children overcome barriers to learning. Whether you have previous SEN experience or transferable skills from care, youth work, mentoring, or support roles, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
As a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil with additional learning needs.
- Support academic progress, emotional wellbeing, communication, and independence.
- Help implement personalised learning plans and support strategies.
- Build a trusting relationship with the pupil to encourage confidence and engagement.
- Support classroom activities and work alongside the class teacher and SEN team.
- Assist with emotional regulation, social development, and positive behaviour strategies.
- Encourage pupils to access learning and participate fully in school life.
We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEND, Autism (ASC), ADHD, or SEMH needs (desirable).
- A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- The confidence to provide individualised support in a classroom setting.
- A genuine passion for helping children achieve their goals.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
- Right to work in the UK.
Why Work With Us?
- Flexible supply and long-term opportunities.
- Placements in welcoming schools across Southampton.
- Support from a dedicated education consultant.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
- The opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience and progress your career in education.
If you are compassionate, committed, and ready to make a positive impact on a child's educational journey, we would love to hear from you.
U-Educate partners with the National College offering free CPD training for all registered staff : https://nationalcollege.com
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Pay: £100.00-£130.00 per day
Work Location: In person
