PMLD/ SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with profound, severe, and complex learning difficulties. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity for graduates in Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology to gain invaluable experience while working alongside experienced professionals. Ideal candidates will be proactive and resilient, ready to manage challenging behaviours and support children with diverse needs. Join a dedicated team in a Portsmouth-based specialist school and make a meaningful impact on the lives of students aged 2 to 19 years.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience or qualifications in special educational needs preferred.
• Ideal for graduates seeking experience in educational psychology.

Responsibilities

• Support children with profound and complex learning difficulties.
• Work alongside therapists and psychologists in educational settings.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Resilience

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Counselling

Degree in Criminology

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PMLD/ SEN Teaching Assistant, Portsmouth

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Location: Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Education

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

The Portsmouth-based specialist school for children with profound, severe, and complex learning difficulties is seeking enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with co-occurring needs, including behavioural and mental health issues, autism spectrum condition, severe physical disabilities, and complex medical conditions.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for Psychology, Counselling, or Criminology graduates, and other relevant subjects, to gain experience working with children with special educational needs and mental health challenges. The school has three sites serving pupils aged 2 to 19 years.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside therapists and psychologists, shadow sessions, and learn from experienced professionals. The role is ideal for aspiring educational or occupational psychologists, therapeutic support workers, or SEN teachers.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, enthusiastic, and resilient, with confidence in managing challenging behaviour. Relevant recent experience or qualifications are preferred.

Role details:

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Educational Psychologist
• Social and Emotional Mental Health Support
• Location: Portsmouth
• Salary: £83.34 per day
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm