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 hour
• Permanent 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.