1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Primary School

January2027 Start Gosport

Are you a confident, resilient and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a difference?

We are looking for a strong, proactive and dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil within a welcoming mainstream primary school in Gosport.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous SEN experience who can build positive relationships, provide consistent support and help a child access learning and thrive within the school environment.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school setting.

• Be confident supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, communication and behavioural needs.

• Have strong behaviour management skills and the ability to manage challenging behaviours calmly and positively.

• Be patient, resilient, nurturing and firm when needed.

• Be confident working on a 1:1 basis and adapting support to meet individual needs.

• Be proactive, use their initiative and think on their feet.

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children's learning, development and emotional wellbeing.

The role:

• Position: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

• Location: Gosport

• Setting: Mainstream Primary School

• Hours: Full time, Monday–Friday

• Start date: January 2027

• Experience: Previous SEN experience essential.

We are looking for someone who is confident, committed and ready to hit the ground running. This role would suit an experienced TA who can provide structure, consistency and positive encouragement while helping a pupil reach their full potential.

Interested?

If you have the experience, patience and confidence to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!

Get in touch today for further information or to apply.

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