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Sen Teaching Assistant

  1. Primary SEN Support
  2. Petersfield
Date posted : 27/07/26
  1. Full Time
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SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary Mainstream School
Location: Petersfield
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time
Start Date: September

Are you a resilient, confident and compassionate Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and challenging behaviour?

We are looking for a strong SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Petersfield from September. This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, supporting pupils who require additional emotional, behavioural and learning support to help them thrive in the classroom.

The Role:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN.
  • Build positive relationships with children who may display challenging behaviour.
  • Support learning, emotional regulation and social development.
  • Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and external professionals.
  • Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Previous experience working with children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
  • Strong behaviour management skills and the confidence to remain calm under pressure.
  • A patient, resilient and proactive approach.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • A genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential.

What We Offer:

  • A supportive and friendly school environment.
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • The opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives.
  • Competitive daily pay, dependent on experience.

If you have the experience, resilience and enthusiasm to support children with additional needs and challenging behaviour, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure your September start!

 
 

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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