SEN Teaching Assistant – Waterlooville

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential?

We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team in Waterlooville.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN), helping them learn, grow in confidence and thrive in a positive and nurturing environment.

The Role

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support learning, communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to meet individual pupil needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has a caring, patient and understanding approach.
• Is passionate about supporting children with SEN.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is proactive, adaptable and enthusiastic.
• Has previous SEN or classroom experience (desirable, but not essential if training is available).

What We Offer

• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference.
• A welcoming and supportive school environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to build meaningful relationships and support pupils to achieve their goals.

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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