Special Needs Teaching Assistants – Hampshire

Locations: Winchester, Andover, Basingstoke, Farnborough, Hook

We are seeking warm, dependable, and motivated individuals to work as Special Needs Teaching Assistants in specialist schools across Hampshire. You do not need formal qualifications or previous school experience — we welcome applicants from all walks of life who are interested in supporting children with additional needs.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting pupils throughout the school day. This may include helping with learning activities, encouraging positive behaviour, assisting with daily routines, and working closely with teachers and other support staff.

When you apply, you will have the opportunity to tell us which type of setting interests you most. We want to understand your preferences, strengths, and career goals so we can match you to the right environment.

You can choose to work in one of the following settings:

SEN Schools – supporting children with autism, physical or learning disabilities, medical needs, or communication difficulties.

SEMH Schools – supporting children with social, emotional, or mental health needs, including anxiety, trauma, or behavioural challenges.

We take time to carefully match you to a school that suits your interests, strengths, and level of experience.

Who Can Apply?

We welcome applications from anyone with a caring, patient, and supportive approach. Experience in areas such as childcare, care work, youth work, support work, healthcare, or family settings can be helpful, but it is not required. If you are new to this type of role, full training and ongoing support are available.

This role may suit:

Career changers looking for meaningful work
People returning to work or education
Those considering a future career in teaching, psychology, or support services

Role Details

Flexible hours – full-time or part-time options
Term-time only
Pay from £13.75 per hour
A Child Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Apply Now

Send your CV or contact us to find out more. Let us know which setting you are most interested in, and we will work with you to find the right fit. Whether you are taking your first steps into education or bringing valuable life experience with you, we would be pleased 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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