TEACHING ASSISTANT
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Salary: BET Scale Grade 3 Step A - FTE £25,186: Actual Salary: £19,866
32.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday 8.15am – 3.15pm, term time only (45.2 paid weeks)
We are seeking to recruit a friendly, confident Teaching Assistant to play a crucial role in supporting our students' learning. The successful candidate will be working predominantly with our highest needs pupils who have SEN including those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to build positive relationships with young people who may be lacking in confidence about their learning and possess Maths and English GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent). Experience of working with pupils with SEN is desirable but not essential. If you are passionate about young people, enjoy variety in your role and thrive on working in a busy environment this is a great opportunity for you to join our dedicated and welcoming team.
Application forms can be found on our website: https://www.priorysouthsea.org/about/vacancies/
Completed application forms should be sent to recruitment@priorysouthsea.org
Applicants will be asked to complete the Equal Opportunities Google Form which will be forwarded on receipt of application. This will enable us to promote equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. Without the data we cannot measure the impact of any steps we take to eliminate inequality. This form will not be shared with the selection panel and only be used for monitoring purposes. Please note we do not accept CV’s.
Closing Date: 12pm Wednesday 21st October 2026
Interview Date: Friday 23rd October 2026
Safeguarding Statement:
Priory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including enhanced DBS check (including a self-disclosure form), online/social media checks and satisfactory references
Teaching Assistant - Priory School in Portsmouth employer: Portsmouth City Council
Portsmouth City Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive work culture that prioritises respect, integrity, and collaboration. As a SEN Team Leader, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people with special educational needs, while benefiting from professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment. Located in the vibrant city of Portsmouth, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to strategic SEND developments and be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to service improvement and community well-being.
