SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary Specialist School – Southampton Full-Time | Term-Time Only | September Start Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Do you have the resilience, empathy, and dedication to make a real difference in a child’s day? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. We are currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join a highly respected primary specialist school in Southampton. This full-time role begins in September 2025 and offers the chance to work in a rewarding and meaningful educational setting, supporting pupils aged 4–11 years with complex learning difficulties. Our school caters for children with a range of severe and profound learning difficulties, and many of our pupils have autism, speech and language disorders, sensory impairments, or additional physical and emotional needs. A number of pupils experience high levels of dysregulation, anxiety and challenging behaviour, and all have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) that sets out their individual needs and learning targets. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in the daily life of the classroom—supporting children’s learning, promoting their independence, and helping them manage their emotions and behaviour in a safe and structured environment. What you’ll be doing: Supporting pupils in the classroom under the guidance of the class teacher Assisting with communication, sensory needs, and learning activities tailored to each child’s EHCP Helping children develop social and emotional regulation strategies Using a variety of tools and approaches such as PECS, Makaton, sensory play, and other specialist resources Working closely with a skilled and supportive team of teachers, therapists and support staff Helping to create a calm, consistent and engaging learning environment We’re looking for someone who: Has experience working with children with complex SEND or in a specialist school setting (desirable but not essential) Is patient, calm, and confident in managing behaviour that may be challenging Has an understanding of the needs of children with autism, speech and language difficulties, and sensory processing issues Is enthusiastic, reliable, and works well as part of a team Has a genuine passion for helping children learn, grow and thrive In return, the school offers a warm and welcoming environment, ongoing training and development, and the chance to be part of a team that truly values the difference support staff make every single day. Location: Southampton Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Salary: Based on experience and within TA pay scale If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in SEND education, we’d love to hear from you. INDDEV <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Alex Holt on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Alex Holt&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001</strong></strong>