SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Basingstoke
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Hours: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (Monday-Friday)

About the Role

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school supporting primary and secondary pupils with additional needs, including autism, learning difficulties, and speech and language needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a career in SEN education. Previous school experience is not essential, and we welcome applicants from care, healthcare, childcare, youth work, coaching, and other support-based backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist with learning and classroom activities
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social development
• Support positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Help create a safe and engaging learning environment

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Patient, caring, and empathetic
• Reliable and adaptable
• A strong communicator and team player
• Passionate about supporting children and young people

SEN experience is desirable but not essential.

What's on Offer?

• £14.25 per hour
• Full-time, term-time hours
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive SEN team
• Career progression opportunities
• Potential for a permanent position

Apply Today

If you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV.

Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, a Child Workforce DBS.

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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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