SEMH Teaching Assistant — Empower Students & Build Skills

Teaching Personnel; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Portsmouth is seeking a caring, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school on a full-time basis. You will work closely with teachers to support pupils with diverse needs, helping them access learning and grow confidence.

The role involves one-to-one and small-group support, development of communication and social skills, and collaboration with the school team to keep learning safe, inclusive and engaging.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN setting preferred but not essential.
• A caring, empathetic and patient approach.
• Reliable and positive role model with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and learning.
• Support pupils with their communication, social and emotional development.
• Help children develop confidence, independence and life skills.
• Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including challenging behaviour where required.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work as part of a supportive and dedicated school team.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small-group support

Assist teachers

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

Teaching Personnel in Portsmouth is seeking a caring, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school on a full-time basis. You will work closely with teachers to support pupils with diverse needs, helping them access learning and grow confidence.

The role involves one-to-one and small-group support, development of communication and social skills, and collaboration with the school team to keep learning safe, inclusive and engaging.