Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Havant; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a caring KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 autism support at a primary school in Waterlooville from September 2026. The role is term-time only and focuses on helping a pupil access learning and develop communication skills in a nurturing environment.

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals, using autism-friendly strategies to promote engagement and independence, while monitoring progress and supporting intervention

Qualifications

• Experience with autism and/or additional educational needs.
• Patience, nurturing, and able to build positive relationships with children.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a KS1 pupil with Autism.
• Assist the child in accessing the curriculum and participating in school life.
• Use visual supports, structured routines, and autism-friendly strategies to promote engagement and independence.
• Assist with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, parents, and external professionals.
• Monitor progress and contribute to the implementation of support plans and interventions.

Skills

Experience with autism

Patience and nurturing

Communication and teamwork

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Autism Support) - September Start

Location: Primary School in Waterlooville

Contract: Term Time Only

Start Date: September 2026

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team from September, providing 1:1 support for a Key Stage 1 pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them access learning, develop communication skills, and thrive within a nurturing primary school environment.

The Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a KS1 pupil with Autism.
• Support the child in accessing the curriculum and participating fully in school life.
• Use visual supports, structured routines, and autism-friendly strategies to promote engagement and independence.
• Assist with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, parents, and external professionals.
• Monitor progress and contribute to the implementation of support plans and interventions.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children with Autism and/or additional educational needs.
• Is patient, nurturing, and able to build positive relationships with children.
• Understands the importance of consistency, routine, and individualised support.
• Can adapt learning activities to meet the child's needs.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or has equivalent experience (desirable).

We Offer

• A friendly and supportive primary school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and SEN training.
• Supportive leadership and an experienced SEN team.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to a child's learning and development.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.