Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant – Waterlooville

Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire
Position: Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting children and helping them achieve their full potential?

We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Waterlooville on a full-time basis.

You will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide tailored support to pupils with special educational needs, helping them engage with learning, develop confidence and become as independent as possible.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Be patient, compassionate and understanding.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be confident adapting activities to meet individual needs.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Be reliable, enthusiastic and committed to making a difference.
• Have previous experience working with children with SEND (desirable but not essential).

What we offer:

• A rewarding full-time position within a supportive school environment.
• A friendly and dedicated staff team.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to children's lives.
• A Monday–Friday role offering consistency for both you and the pupils you support.

If you are passionate about inclusive education and want to help children thrive, 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.
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