SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with specialist SEN schools across Portsmouth who are seeking committed Teaching Assistants to join their teams on a full-time basis, Monday to Friday.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs in nurturing, well-supported environments.

About The Role:

• Full-time, term-time only.
• Short-term and Long-term placements with the opportunity for permanent contracts
• Supporting pupils with a range of complex additional needs
• Providing tailored 1:1 and small group support
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff

Experience & Skills:
We welcome candidates with experience in:

• Autism / Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Complex medical needs or personal care
• Manual handling or hoist use
• First Aid or medical support (e.g. PEG feeding)
• Supporting non-verbal pupils or communication needs

What We’re Looking For:

• Availability Monday to Friday (full-time)
• Interest in day to day, long-term or permanent opportunities
• Experience in SEN, care, or support settings
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to secure permanent roles
• Access to CPD and training
• Supportive schools across Portsmouth

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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