Prospero Teaching is looking for caring and enthusiastic Special School Support Assistants to join our client SEN specialist school in Waterlooville.

This welcoming school provides a nurturing environment for primary-aged pupils with autism, speech and language difficulties, and social and communication challenges. Your role will involve supporting students in small groups within the classroom or providing one-on-one assistance, using Makaton, PECs, and other visual aids to help them thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

Your role will be varied, engaging, and full of opportunities to inspire young minds. You will:

Support children's learning and development through structured activities tailored to their needs

Encourage social skills, confidence, and independence in a warm and supportive way

Help establish clear routines that create a calm, positive learning environment

Work alongside teachers to plan and deliver engaging activities designed for SEN pupils

Observe, record, and contribute to assessments of children's progress

Provide additional support where needed, ensuring all children feel included and valued

Assist with personal care, always prioritising the children's well-being

Maintain confidentiality and uphold safeguarding procedures at all times

What We're Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you:

Have experience working with SEN pupils in a primary school setting

Are committed to safeguarding children and ensuring they feel secure and supported

Have a caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach, along with a great sense of humour

Understand SEN strategies, communication tools, and child development

Communicate well and thrive in a team environment

Have good English, Maths, and IT skills

The Details

Location: Waterlooville

Position: Special School Support Assistant

Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 AM - 15:00 PM (Part-time options available)

Start Date: September 2025

Rate of Pay: From £13.96 per hour

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, contact Chanai on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)