SEN Teaching Assistant – Waterlooville

Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract: Full-time | Term Time Only | Temporary with potential for permanent opportunities

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, care worker, support worker, or looking to begin a rewarding career in education, we want to hear from you.

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming specialist SEN school in Waterlooville that supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Working through our agency gives you the opportunity to gain valuable experience while making a real difference in young people's lives.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and personalised learning activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults is desirable but not essential.
• A caring, patient, and resilient attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
• A rewarding role where every day brings the chance to positively impact a child's future.

If you're ready to start a rewarding career supporting children with Special Educational Needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and one of our specialist education consultants will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity in Waterlooville.

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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