Prospero Teaching is seeking calm, patient, and resilient Special School Support Assistants (SSSAs) to join a specialist SEN school in Bournemouth, supporting pupils across primary and secondary age ranges. The school works with children and young people with a wide variety of additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties, learning disabilities, sensory needs, complex needs, and barriers to engaging with learning.
The school is also open to applications from ad‑hoc supply staff who are available for day‑to‑day, short‑term, and long‑term cover. This offers flexible opportunities for individuals seeking varied work within a highly supportive SEN environment.
This is a deeply rewarding role for someone passionate about helping children and young people who benefit from consistent, nurturing, relationship‑based support to thrive both emotionally and academically.
Key Responsibilities
Providing tailored support to primary and secondary‑aged pupils with learning disabilities, autism, sensory needs, or communication difficulties
Supporting children and young people who may experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or challenges with transitions and routines
Encouraging engagement through play‑based, creative, therapeutic, and differentiated learning activities
Promoting emotional wellbeing, safety, and positive behaviour throughout the school day
Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, and developing independence
Building trusting, stable relationships using clear, calm, and consistent communication
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to ensure holistic, child‑centred support
Contract Details
Location: Bournemouth
Position: Special School Support Assistant (SSSA)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full‑time with temp‑to‑perm pathways available, plus opportunities for ad‑hoc supply staff for day‑to‑day, short‑term, and long‑term cover
Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30
Pay Rate: From £14 per hour
Requirements
To be considered, you must:
Have the Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child‑barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
Provide professional references covering the last 24 months
Hold a Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education, health & social care, or have relevant SEN experience
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 welcoming SEN school environment with strong staff culture and clear progression opportunities
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