SpringwellSpecial School Assistant 19/08/26
Overview
We are seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and resilient Special School Assistants to join our dedicated team. You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to help pupils access learning, develop independence, and enjoy a safe, engaging, and positive school experience. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and is ready to make a meaningful difference every day.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of complex learning and behavioural needs.
- Assist with implementing individual learning plans and behaviour support strategies.
- Support pupils in the classroom, during therapies, and around the school environment.
- Promote positive relationships, emotional wellbeing and independence.
- Contribute to creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and wider staff to support pupil progress.
- Provide personal care where required (training provided).
Salary
Grade 6, SCP 12 - 17
Actual MIN £20,112 to MAX £22,299 pa
Scale point dependent upon length of service/experience
Location
Springwell School
Hinkler Road
Southampton
Hampshire
SO19 6DH
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
Working pattern:
Working pattern – 30 Hours
Monday & Friday: 08:45 am – 1.25 pm
Tuesday – Thursday: 08:55 am – 3:15 pm
How to apply:
To apply, please complete the application form and return to Rachel Ambrey, HR Lead, by email to [email protected]. Alternatively, please post your completed application to HR at Springwell School, Hinkler Road, Thornhill, Southampton, SO19 6DH. We do not accept CV’s.
Interview process:
If successfully shortlisted, you will complete an observation in class prior to a 2 panel, face to face interview.
Safeguarding:
Springwell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and a full online check of social media platforms as
per the updated guidance in KCSIE 2022. If you do not hear from us regarding your application, unfortunately this means that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your future applications.
Please note that we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria. We may also interview candidates at a mutually convenient time before the closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job reference: Gr6 Sep26
