Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and training

Refer a Friend scheme

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking an EBD HLTA to support in a SEMH provisional unit at a specialist secondary school in Basingstoke. The role runs 08:30am–4:30pm, five days a week, starting September 2026, with a long-term contract potential.

You will work with children with complex needs, applying agreed strategies, personalising planning and resources, and maintaining calm, consistent boundaries to help learners progress.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with complex needs and diverse learning styles.
• Ability to personalise planning and resources to individual learners.
• Current enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in SEMH provision with empathy, consistency and confidence.
• Follow agreed strategies, apply boundaries fairly and respond proactively.
• Assist with personalised planning and learning activities for diverse needs.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Body language awareness

DBS Update Service

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

EBD HLTA – Basingstoke

Supporting Pupils with SEMH, Autism and behavioural needs

Location: Basingstoke

Hours: 08:30am – 4:30pm, 5 days a week

Start: September 2026

Long-term position, with the potential to become permanent

Competitive pay - £95- £110

Looking for a meaningful role where you can truly make a difference?

Are you patient, compassionate, and determined to help every child achieve their full potential?

We’re seeking dedicated EBD HLTA to support in an SEMH provisional unit to work with a range of different needs throughout a specialist secondary school. All children within the unit present behaviours that need addressing with empathy but and confidence. It is essential you are strong, calm, and consistent, with the confidence to follow agreed strategies, apply boundaries fairly, and respond proactively.

You would need to have experience working with children with complex needs and experience personalising planning and resources to meet diverse learning styles.

About the School:

• Ofsted rated "Good"
• Values of kindness, respect, and a belief that every child can shine
• Helps children build curiosity, independence, and a love of learning through supportive relationships and high expectations
• Emphasises personalised learning and a child-centred approach
• Highly supportive team and leadership, with ongoing training provided
• Welcoming and inclusive culture with collaborative parent partnerships

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or adults with barriers to learning
• Strong sense of empathy, resilience, and a commitment to inclusive education
• A genuine desire to help every child thrive
• Clear and concise way of communicating
• Someone resilient, calm and consistent
• Understand body language and being proactive in support
• A current enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different needs and learning styles

Why Join Supply Desk?

• Your own dedicated consultant for personalised support
• Excellent pay rates
• Access to free CPD and training
• ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme – you and your referral can earn up to £150 collectively!

Ready to make a real impact?

Click Apply now to submit your CV or register interest via the Supply Desk website. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.

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