Secondary Teaching Assistant

Autism Provision (Southampton)

Start Date:

March 2026 Contract:

Full-time, temporary (MarchJuly 2026) Location:

Southampton (near Bassett area) Setting:

Mainstream secondary school with a dedicated SEN resourced provision About the Role

We are seeking a committed and compassionate

Secondary Teaching Assistant

to support students with

autism and moderate learning difficulties

within a specialist resourced provision inside a mainstream secondary school. This full-time role runs from

March to July

,

working closely with the

Head of Provision

to deliver consistent, structured support that empowers students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The provision supports students with

EHCPs

and offers a dedicated base equipped with a classroom,

breakout area

,

and a

small sensory space

, where pupils receive targeted support before gradually accessing mainstream subjects such as science and art. You will play a key part in providing stability, routine, and confidence-building guidance to students who benefit from a calm and nurturing approach. Key Responsibilities

Support students with autism and moderate learning difficulties in both the provision base and mainstream transitions Work closely with the

Head of Provision

and the core SEN team to deliver tailored programmes Provide calm, consistent support to promote emotional regulation, independence, and communication Assist students in accessing learning activities, life skills, and structured routines Help maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive environment Build trusting, positive relationships with pupils to encourage progress Contribute to the schools commitment to delivering specialist support within a mainstream setting About the Provision

Supports secondary-aged students with

moderate learning difficulties and/or autism Offers a specialist base within the main school building, including a

breakout space and sensory area

for regulated learning Students split their time between the base and mainstream subjects as their confidence grows Staffed by a small, dedicated SEN team providing structured, personalised support Designed to deliver specialist intervention within a mainstream environment, promoting inclusion and progression Candidate Profile

Patient, nurturing and empathetic Confident supporting children with autism or additional needs Resilient, adaptable and able to remain calm in challenging situations Experience in SEN settings (desirable but not essential) Strong communication and teamwork Willing to follow structured support plans and routines Why Work With Us?

Supportive education agency Dedicated consultant Opportunities for further SEN experience CPD available Refer-a-Friend bonus available

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