Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support primary-aged students with complex medical and cognitive needs. This full-time role offers the chance to work in a modern and friendly SEN school in Portsmouth, known for its outstanding leadership and exceptional facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience as a teaching assistant or care worker and be passionate about providing the necessary support for children to thrive. Join a supportive team and enjoy opportunities for professional development and competitive pay rates while making a meaningful impact in students' lives.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Access to online and in-person training

Potential for permanent contracts

Competitive pay rates

Qualifications

• Experience working with children who need extra support.
• Willingness to undertake personal care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist primary-aged students with complex needs.
• Support students with PMLD and SLD in a friendly SEN school.

Skills

Experience as a teaching assistant

Comfortable with personal care tasks

Reliable and punctual

Passionate about learning

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Special Needs Teaching Assistant Role

• Assisting primary-aged students with complex medical, physical, and cognitive needs.
• Immediate start, full-time position.

The Teaching Assistant Vacancy

• A modern and friendly SEN School.
• Assisting students with complex learning needs including PMLD and SLD.
• Supportive experienced team in class.
• Full-time applicants only; Monday to Friday, 08:30-16:00.

About The School

• Special Needs School in Portsmouth.
• Caters for students aged 4-11 years old.
• Outstanding leadership team and staff.
• Exceptional facilities.

The Ideal Teaching Assistant

• Have experience working as a teaching assistant or care worker.
• Comfortable with children who need extra support to learn.
• Willing to undertake personal care tasks.
• Passionate about learning new skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Available for full-time work.

Teaching Assistant Benefits

• Opportunity for professional development as a specialist SEN Teaching Assistant.
• Access to online and in-person training through Reeson Education.
• Potential for permanent contracts for outstanding staff.
• Competitive pay rates.

About Reeson Education

Reeson Education is England's premier recruitment agency, established in 2006 by experienced educators and recruitment specialists. We uphold values of honesty, integrity, and excellence, and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults.

We work with a wide network of nurseries, primary and secondary schools, and colleges across the UK, offering a variety of supply, long-term, and permanent roles.