SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – SEN School

Location: Aldershot

Pay: £13.75 per hour

Contract: Term Time Only (Monday to Friday)

A well-established specialist Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Aldershot is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a variety of additional needs. The school caters to children and young people with complex learning difficulties, communication needs, and social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.

The school prides itself on providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil receives tailored support to help them reach their full potential. Working closely with experienced teachers and multidisciplinary teams, the successful candidate will contribute to delivering personalised learning programmes and fostering pupils’ independence and confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support teaching staff in the delivery of personalised lessons adapted to meet individual needs.

• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and developing essential skills across academic, social, and emotional areas.

• Help manage behaviour in line with the school’s positive behaviour support strategies.

• Provide one-to-one and small group support, including personal care when required.

• Work collaboratively with staff and external professionals to support pupil progress and wellbeing.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.

• Patience, empathy, and a flexible approach to meet diverse pupil needs.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.

• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining a safe learning environment.

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive pay rate of £13.75 per hour, paid weekly via PAYE.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.

• Access to free and subsidised training such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and behaviour management.

• Term-time only roles offering excellent work-life balance.

• Referral bonus scheme – earn £50 for recommending a friend*.

• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression within SEN education.

If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting young people in a specialist setting, apply now to join this welcoming SEN school in Aldershot through Teaching Personnel.

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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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