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SEN Teaching Assistant
Prospero Teaching are working in partnership with a specialist primary school in Dibden, Southampton, which supports pupils aged 4-11 with Autism and associated complex needs. The school is seeking passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support its growing cohort of pupils.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit team and make a genuine impact on the lives of young people who need understanding, guidance, and bespoke support. The school offers an inclusive and nurturing environment, built on teamwork, collaboration, and a shared vision to empower every pupil to achieve their potential.
Contract Details:
Location: Dibden, Southampton
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Type of Work: Classroom and 1:1 support for pupils with Autism
Contract or Position Start Date: September 2025
Duration / Likely Duration: Temp to Perm
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
Minimum Rate of Pay: From £105.21 (actual pay based on experience)
Hours: 8:30am-16.30pmThe successful candidate will:
Support children with Autism and additional complex needs
Assist with preparing learning materials and delivering engaging activities
Offer emotional, behavioural and academic support both in and out of the classroom
Supervise pupils during structured and unstructured times, including outdoor learning and off-site visits
Promote independence, confidence and positive relationships
Be calm, patient, adaptable and resilient in their approach
Thrive as part of a team-focused and child-centred environmentExperience, Training and Qualifications:
Educated to GCSE grade C/4 or above in English, Maths and Science
Experience supporting children with Autism or additional needs is highly desirable
Willingness to take part in physical activities, outdoor learning, and team teaching
Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued in the last year (or willingness to complete)Eligibility:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online Update Service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional, child-related referencesProspero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Free, accredited CPD courses including Autism Awareness, Safeguarding, and Behaviour Support
In-house Training and Development Team
Pathways into long-term work and future teacher training opportunitiesIf you want to be part of a school thats committed to building brighter futures for young people with Autism, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now with an up-to-date CV.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy
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