Learning Support Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Basingstoke
Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Working Hours: Monday to Friday

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school in Basingstoke. The school supports both primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), learning difficulties, communication needs, and speech and language challenges.

Whether you already have experience in education or are looking to transfer your skills from a care, support, healthcare, childcare, or youth work background, this could be the perfect next step for you.

Key Responsibilities

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students thrive both academically and personally. Your duties will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support
• Assisting pupils with accessing lessons and learning activities
• Supporting individual communication and learning needs
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and social development
• Helping pupils manage emotions and maintain positive behaviour
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

• Compassionate, patient, and understanding
• Reliable, adaptable, and positive in their approach
• A confident communicator and effective team player
• Passionate about supporting children and young people
• Eager to learn and develop within SEN education

Previous experience within a school or SEN setting is beneficial but not essential. We welcome applicants from backgrounds such as:

• Care and support work
• Childcare
• Healthcare
• Youth work
• Coaching and mentoring
• Residential care
• Community support roles

Most importantly, we're looking for individuals who are committed to making a positive impact and helping young people succeed.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive pay of £14.25 per hour
• Full-time, term-time only position
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and experienced SEN team
• Clear pathways for career progression
• Potential opportunity for a permanent position

Apply Now

If you're ready to start a rewarding role where every day brings the chance to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your up-to-date CV today to be considered.

All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and compliance checks. A Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service is required, or applicants must be willing to obtain one prior to starting employment.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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