SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Pay: £13.75 per hour (Paid weekly)
Contract Type: Term Time Only, Monday to Friday
Job Type: Full-time or Part-time available - Flexible to you
Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and resilient SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in specialist schools across Hampshire. These settings support pupils aged 4-19 with a range of needs, including but are not limited to:
* Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
* Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
* Communication needs
* Attachment disorders and trauma
* Anxiety or school-based phobias
Role Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with Special Educational Needs / Social Emotional Mental Health needs
* Assist teachers with delivering tailored learning programmes to suit all students ability levels
* Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation of pupils
* Create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment
* Work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and families
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience in education, care, youth work, or SEN (desirable but not essential)
* Patience, empathy, and a calm, supportive approach
* Passion for making a positive impact on young people’s lives
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
* Weekly pay via PAYE – no umbrella companies
* Flexible work to suit your lifestyle
* Access to exclusive job roles in local schools
* Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
* Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement
Apply Now to start your journey with Teaching Personnel and make a real difference in Hampshire’s SEN/SEMH schools.
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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