Prospero Teaching
SEN Teaching Assistant – Ringwood, Hampshire
Prospero Teaching are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join a Good Ofsted-rated Specialist School in Ringwood.
The school supports pupils aged 5-25 years with a range of complex needs, including:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Communication and Interaction Difficulties
- Severe and Complex Learning Disabilities
- Speech, Language and Communication Needs
- Behaviours That Challenge
This nurturing and highly individualised setting is committed to helping pupils feel safe, regulated, and ready to learn. Staff work collaboratively to build strong, trusting relationships and provide consistent, trauma-informed support tailored to each learner.
The school welcomes applications from candidates seeking full-time roles or flexible supply work, including day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities.
Role Details
- Location: Ringwood, Hampshire
- Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
- Start Date: ASAP
- Contract: Temporary or Permanent
- Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
- Pay Rate: From £104 per day
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils with autism, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs.
- Build positive relationships that promote confidence, wellbeing, and engagement.
- Assist pupils with emotional regulation, social interaction, and communication skills.
- Deliver creative, practical, and differentiated learning activities.
- Use calm, consistent, and trauma-informed approaches to support behaviour and learning.
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to provide holistic support.
- Support personal care needs where required.
Experience & Qualifications
- Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable, particularly within SEN settings.
- A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.
- Positive, patient, resilient, and proactive approach.
- Willingness to undertake personal care responsibilities when required.
Eligibility Requirements
- Right to Work in the UK.
- Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
- Two professional, child-related references.
What Prospero Teaching Offers
- Free accredited CPD training, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
- Access to an in-house Training and Development Team.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
How to Apply
To be considered for this role, please submit your up-to-date CV.
Prospero Teaching acts as an employment business/education recruitment agency. Successful candidates will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.
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