Special School Support Assistant - Brighton

Prospero Teaching is seeking compassionate and dedicated Special School Support Assistants to join our client specialist SEN school in Brighton this September.

This nurturing school caters to primary-aged children with autism, speech and language needs, and broader communication challenges. As a support assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping students flourish through personalised attention-whether in small groups or one-on-one sessions-using tools like Makaton, PECS, and visual resources to support their learning and confidence.

What You'll Be Doing:

Supporting children's development through tailored learning activities

Encouraging social skills, independence, and confidence in a warm, inclusive environment

Helping establish calm, structured routines to enhance focus and well-being

Working closely with teachers to co-deliver creative, engaging lessons for SEN pupils

Monitoring progress and contributing to assessments to support each child's journey

Providing additional assistance to ensure every child feels seen, supported, and valued

Supporting personal care routines with dignity and sensitivity

Promoting safeguarding and confidentiality at all times

About You:

We'd love to hear from you if you:

Have experience supporting SEN pupils in a school setting (primary preferred)

Are committed to child welfare, with a proactive safeguarding approach

Bring patience, enthusiasm, and a warm sense of humour to your work

Understand SEN needs, child development, and communication tools like Makaton or PECS

Are a team player with strong communication skills

Hold good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills

Job Details:

Location: Brighton

Role: Special School Support Assistant

Start: September 2025

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 AM - 15:30 PM (part-time considered)

Pay: From £13.96 per hour

Additional Information: Prospero Teaching is an education recruitment agency working in relation to this vacancy. Successful candidates will need to register with Prospero Teaching and complete all safeguarding checks prior to starting the role. Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people is a top priority for anyone working in this position.

What We Offer:

Access to accredited CPD courses such as safeguarding and behaviour management.

Support from our in-house Training and Development Team.

If you're ready to make a real difference in a child's life, we'd love to hear from you.

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