SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Farnborough

Term Time Only
£13.75 per hour | £16,089.45 per annum
Hours: 9:00am – 3:30pm

An opportunity has arisen for a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Farnborough, supporting children and young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.

The role involves working with pupils aged 2–19 years across a number of different sites, each offering tailored learning environments designed to meet individual needs. Pupils may present with autism, communication difficulties, learning disabilities and associated social, emotional or sensory needs.

Role Overview

The Learning Support Assistant will play a key role in supporting pupils’ learning, development and wellbeing, working under the direction of teaching staff and alongside a wider multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will contribute to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment in which pupils can engage, develop independence and achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Providing individual and small-group support to pupils during lessons and structured activities

• Supporting access to the curriculum through adapted learning approaches and personalised strategies

• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social interaction

• Assisting pupils with personal care, mobility or medical needs where required

• Supporting pupils during transitions, break times and off-site activities

• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other support staff

• Maintaining a safe and nurturing environment that prioritises pupil wellbeing

About the Pupils

The setting supports pupils from early years through to post-16, many of whom require consistent, structured support to access education. Learning is delivered in small groups with a strong emphasis on communication, independence, life skills and emotional development.

Suitable Candidates

Applications are welcomed from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including those with experience in education, care, youth work, childcare or related fields. Individuals seeking a career change or their first role in education are also encouraged to apply. While previous experience is desirable, it is not essential, as training and ongoing support will be provided.

Successful candidates will demonstrate patience, resilience, a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to supporting children and young people with additional needs.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to apply with an up-to-date CV.

This is a rewarding, term-time-only role offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people within a specialist education setting.

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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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