TEACHING ASSISTANT - AUTISM AND COMPLEX NEEDS

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Autism & Complex Needs

Prospero Teaching is recruiting for a calm, reliable, and committed Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in the Lymington area. This school supports children and young people aged 7-16 with Autism, Complex Learning Profiles, communication differences, sensory needs, and barriers to engaging with learning.

This is a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting neurodivergent young people in a structured, therapeutic, and child-centred environment.

Please note: There are no public transport links, so applicants must have their own car and live within a reasonable distance of Lymington.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing consistent support to young people with autism and complex learning needs throughout the school day
• Working within a class group or offering 1:1 support depending on the needs of the pupil
• Supporting emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs, and engagement in learning
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive routines
• Using calm, clear, and consistent communication to build trusting relationships
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff
• Being flexible to support different year groups where required

Contract Details

• Location: Lymington
• Position: Teaching Assistant - Autism & Complex Needs
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm
• Working Hours:

• Monday-Thursday: 08:30-16:30
• Friday: 08:30-16:00

Pay Rate (Temp): £14.25 per hourPermanent Contract: Term-time only (39 weeks)Permanent Salary: £20,974

Requirements

Applications will only be considered if the following criteria are met:

• Own car and ability to travel to site daily
• Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service (Child-only DBS accepted)
• GCSE Maths & English (Grade C / Level 4 or above) - evidence required
• Availability for full-time hours
• Experience supporting SEN is advantageous but not essential

What We Offer

• Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de-escalation
• Access to our specialist in-house Training & Development Team
• Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
• A supportive, structured environment with opportunities for professional growth

Next Steps

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered, please send an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online application prior to interview.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Lymington

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£14.00 Per Hour

Published at

10-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English