Prospero Teaching is seeking patient, resilient, and relationship-focused SEN Teaching Buddies to join a specialist school in Totton. The school supports pupils in Key Stages 3 and 4 who present with a range of additional needs, including autism, complex needs, attachment disorder, and a phobia of education.
This unique setting provides pupils with access to a school farm, a dedicated outdoor learning centre, and a practical construction hub, enabling young people to re-engage with learning through therapeutic, hands-on, and experiential activities.
This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils who benefit from consistent, personalised, and emotionally attuned support.
Key Responsibilities * Providing tailored support to pupils with autism, complex needs, attachment difficulties, or barriers to education

* Supporting young people who may experience anxiety, sensory needs, communication challenges, or emotional dysregulation

* Encouraging engagement through creative, therapeutic, outdoor, and practical learning activities

* Promoting emotional wellbeing, safety, and positive behaviour throughout the school day

* Supporting pupils with routines, communication, emotional regulation, and developing independence

* Building trusting, stable relationships using clear, calm, and consistent communication

* Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to ensure holistic support

Contract Details * Location: Totton

* Position: SEN Teaching Buddy

* Start Date: ASAP

* Contract Type: Full-time, with temp-to-perm pathways available

* Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30

* Pay Rate: From £13.96 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 school environment with strong staff culture and progression opportunities

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