Teaching Assistant SEN

Teaching Personnel; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Basingstoke is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This full-time position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives in a nurturing and supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and experience in a relevant educational setting.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development and training

A welcoming and supportive team

Positive school culture

Chance to make a meaningful difference

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, preferably in an SEMH or SEN setting is desirable.
• A genuine commitment to the wellbeing and educational progress of young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to pupils across a range of subjects.
• Assist in delivering personalised learning programmes and interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant – SEMH Secondary School (Term Time Only)
Location: Basingstoke
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Contract: Term Time Only (Approx. 39 weeks per year) | Full-Time

About the School
They are a highly successful and award-winning Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) co-educational secondary school based in Basingstoke, providing high-quality education and care for young people aged 10–16. The pupils present with a wide range of needs across the behaviour and autism spectrum, and they are committed to offering tailored support that enables every learner to thrive.

The Role
Teaching Personnel are seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their committed team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support the learning and emotional development of pupils with complex needs in a structured, nurturing, and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to pupils across a range of subjects and ability levels
• Assist in the delivery of personalised learning programmes and targeted interventions
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement with learning
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external professionals
• Help maintain a safe and supportive school environment

Person Specification
The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Experience working with children or young people, preferably in an SEMH or SEN setting (desirable)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting students
• A genuine commitment to the wellbeing and educational progress of young people

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team of professionals
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A positive and inclusive school culture focused on pupil success and staff wellbeing
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people

Hours & Pay

• £13.75 per hour
• Full-time, term time only (Monday to Friday but option to work the days suited to you)

How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting young people and feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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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.
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