Teaching Assistant - Portsmouth

Vision for Education; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a market-leading education agency as a Teaching Assistant in Portsmouth. Support young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing environment. The role offers ongoing professional development and opportunities for career growth in a supportive team dedicated to making a difference.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, SEMH experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons to students with SEMH needs.
• Build trusting relationships that foster confidence.
• Assist in creating a positive classroom environment.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Resilience

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Client:

Vision for Education

Location:

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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About the role

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Teaching Assistant at Vision for Education

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young lives? Do you have a heart for supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? If so, we want to hear from you!

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Portsmouth
Hours: Full-time/Part-time
Start Date: ASAP / September start

Why Choose Us?
At Vision for Education, we're working with several SEMH school who believe every student deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive academically and emotionally. As a Teaching Assistant here, you'll be at the forefront of transformative education, helping students overcome challenges and unlock their full potential.

What You’ll Do:
Support teachers in delivering engaging, tailored lessons to students with SEMH needs
Build trusting relationships that foster confidence and resilience
Assist in creating a calm, positive classroom environment
Support students with their emotional regulation and social skills
Contribute to a supportive team dedicated to student wellbeing

What We’re Looking For:
Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to help others
Experience working with children or young people (experience with SEMH is a plus!)
Excellent communication skills
A proactive, resilient attitude
Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding

What We Offer:
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for career progression
A rewarding role where you truly make a difference

About us:

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2025 for the third year in a row! We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you're ready to inspire change and help shape the future of young people facing unique challenges, apply now!

Join us in creating a brighter tomorrow.