Job description
Teaching Assistant – Basingstoke
Prospero Teaching is looking for a friendly, motivated Teaching Assistant to join schools in the Basingstoke area. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting children in their learning and wants to make a positive impact in the classroom.
You’ll work alongside teachers to support lessons, provide additional guidance to pupils who need help focusing or building confidence, and contribute to creating a welcoming, structured learning environment. This role offers great variety, with opportunities to assist in small‑group activities, offer 1:1 support, and help pupils develop their academic and social skills.
Whether you’ve worked with children before or you’re a graduate exploring a future in teaching, psychology or education, this is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same.
The Role:
1. Provide general classroom support across a range of subjects
2. Work with pupils 1:1 and in small groups to reinforce learning
3. Encourage engagement, independence, and positive behaviour
4. Support teachers with classroom preparation and day‑to‑day activities
5. Help children navigate lessons and transitions calmly and confidently
6. Build positive relationships with pupils and act as a supportive presence
7. Promote a safe, inclusive and encouraging classroom atmosphere
Ideal Candidate:
8. Experience working with children is desirable (school, tutoring, coaching, childcare, youth work, etc.)
9. Patient, supportive and confident in a busy classroom setting
10. Strong communication and teamwork skills
11. Adaptable and able to support different age groups when needed
12. Positive attitude and willingness to learn
13. Graduates in psychology, education, child development or similar fields encouraged to apply
Contract Details:
14. Position: Teaching Assistant
15. Location: Basingstoke
16. Start Date: ASAP
17. Hours: Full‑time, term‑time
18. Pay: ££ per hour
19. Contract: Long‑term
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
20. Experience with children preferred
21. Understanding of basic classroom expectations helpful
22. Safeguarding training can be provided
Eligibility:
23. Right to work in the UK
24. Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
25. Two relevant references
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
26. Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
27. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
28. Long‑term progression opportunities
29. A fulfilling role where your support helps pupils grow
If you’re passionate about helping children learn and want a rewarding role in Basingstoke, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV.