Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Hours: Full-time, Term Time Only

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive school community in Portsmouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, you will play a key role in creating a positive learning environment where every pupil feels valued, supported, and encouraged to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils in the classroom, individually and in small groups.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help pupils develop confidence and independence.
• Support children with a range of learning needs, adapting your approach where necessary.
• Help prepare classroom resources and maintain an organised learning environment.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting (desirable but not essential).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, positive, and flexible approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives.
• A positive and inclusive working environment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and would like to join a dedicated team in a thriving primary school in Portsmouth, 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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