Sen Teaching Assistant

Location: Portsmouth
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and caring Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at a specialist educational setting in Portsmouth.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with pupils who have a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve positive outcomes in a nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils in the classroom on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging learning activities.
• Encourage pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.
• Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with personal care where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families, and other professionals.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational or SEND setting.
• Is patient, resilient, and compassionate.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day.
• Access to employee wellbeing initiatives.
• A positive and inclusive working environment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment checks.

If you are committed to helping young people thrive and want to be part of a dedicated team making a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.

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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