SEN Teaching Assistants (Special educational needs)

Special Needs Teaching Assistants – Hampshire Area
(Winchester, Andover, Basingstoke, Farnborough, Hook)

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? A number of specialist schools across Hampshire are currently seeking caring, reliable and enthusiastic individuals to work as Special Needs Teaching Assistants (SEN TAs). Positions are available in and around Winchester, Andover, Basingstoke, Farnborough, and Hook.

About the Role
Special Needs Teaching Assistants play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, SEN TAs help pupils access learning, build confidence, and develop key life skills in a safe and nurturing environment.

Types of Schools and Needs
There are two main types of specialist schools in which these roles are based:

1. SEN (Special Educational Needs) Schools
   These schools cater for children and young people with a variety of learning needs. Pupils may have:

   • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

   • Physical disabilities

   • Moderate to severe learning difficulties

   • Communication and interaction difficulties

   • Complex medical needs

   In these settings, the role often includes supporting learning activities, helping with personal care, using visual and sensory aids, and working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

2. SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Schools
   These schools support children who experience difficulties managing their emotions or behaviour in mainstream settings. Pupils may have diagnoses such as ADHD, attachment disorders, trauma-related needs, or anxiety disorders.

   In SEMH schools, staff focus on building trust, promoting emotional regulation, and supporting social development. The environment is structured but highly flexible, and a calm, consistent, and resilient approach is essential.

Key Information

• Full-time and part-time positions available

• Roles typically term-time only

• Training provided for suitable candidates

• Pay rates vary depending on experience and setting

• Locations: Winchester, Andover, Basingstoke, Farnborough, Hook

Who Should Apply?
You do not need to be a qualified teacher or teaching assistant to apply. Experience in any of the following is beneficial:

• Working with children or young people

• Care work or support work

• Health or social care roles

• Youth work or mentoring

• Experience with autism, learning disabilities, or behaviour support

Above all, applicants should be patient, resilient, and genuinely committed to helping children and young people thrive.

Important Requirements

• An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Right to work in the UK

Choose the Setting That Suits You
When applying, you’ll have the opportunity to specify whether you are more suited to working in SEN schools, SEMH schools, or are open to both. We will match you with the setting that aligns best with your experience, skills and interests.

To Apply
Please submit your up to date CV to express your interest in working with children with additional needs. Suitable applicants will be contacted to discuss available roles in their preferred locations.

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.
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