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Learning Support Assistant (SEMH)

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Basingstoke
Date posted : 13/02/26
  1. Full Time
£13.75 - 13.75 per hour

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: Basingstoke
Setting: 11–16 SEMH Provision (PRU – Short Stay)

An alternative education provision in Basingstoke is seeking to appoint a full-time Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11–16 within a Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) setting. The provision operates as a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) and short stay school, providing a structured and supportive environment for young people who require additional behavioural and emotional support to access learning.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils both in and out of the classroom, contributing to the delivery of tailored learning programmes and promoting positive behaviour and engagement. The role involves supporting small groups and individual pupils, helping to establish routines, and fostering a calm and consistent learning environment.

Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly within SEMH, PRU, or alternative provision settings, is desirable. The role would suit a patient, resilient, and flexible individual who is committed to supporting vulnerable learners.

This is a full-time position. Pay will be based on experience. Applicants must hold a Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one prior to appointment.

Please apply with your up to date CV to be considered

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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