Sensory Support Assistant

Sensory Support Assistant - Primary (Waterlooville)Prospero Teaching is looking for calm, patient, and resilient Sensory Support Assistants to join a specialist SEN primary school in Waterlooville. The school supports children across EYFS and primary age ranges with a wide variety of additional needs, including autism, sensory processing differences, communication difficulties, learning disabilities, 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, or long-term cover-ideal for those seeking flexible, varied work within a supportive SEN setting.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding tailored sensory support to pupils with autism, sensory processing needs, learning disabilities, or communication difficultiesSupporting children who may experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation, sensory overload, or challenges with transitions and routinesEncouraging engagement through sensory-based, play-led, creative, therapeutic, and differentiated learning activitiesPromoting emotional wellbeing, safety, and positive behaviour throughout the school daySupporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, and developing independenceBuilding trusting, stable relationships using calm, clear, and consistent communicationWorking collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to ensure holistic, child-centred supportContract DetailsLocation: ..... full job details .....