At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with additional needs in mainstream and specialist schools.
- Company: Reeson Education, a leading recruitment agency in the education sector.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible assignments, and access to various opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to educational excellence and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEND or transferable skills from childcare or mentoring.
The predicted salary is between 80 - 100 £ per hour.
Reeson Education is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for opportunities across Portsmouth, supporting pupils with additional needs in mainstream primary schools and specialist settings. This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity is suitable for someone who enjoys building consistent relationships with pupils and helping children access learning in a way that works for them.
SEN Teaching Assistant Role
- Salary: £80-£100 per day
- Location: Portsmouth
- Start: ASAP
- Setting: Primary schools and specialist SEN provisions
- Contract options: Full-time, long-term and flexible assignments
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you may work 1:1 with an individual pupil or support small groups depending on the needs of the school. The SEN Teaching Assistant will work alongside teachers and SEN staff to provide structured support throughout the school day.
Responsibilities of a SEN Teaching Assistant
- Help pupils access differentiated classroom activities.
- Reinforce communication and interaction strategies.
- Support pupils with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs or learning difficulties where relevant.
- Follow EHCP targets and individual support plans.
- Help pupils manage transitions and classroom routines.
- Support emotional regulation using agreed strategies.
- Encourage pupils to develop independence rather than completing tasks for them.
- Share useful observations with teachers and SEN staff.
What We're Looking For in a SEN Teaching Assistant
A successful SEN Teaching Assistant will be calm, observant and consistent. Previous SEND experience is useful, although candidates with transferable experience from childcare, youth work, care, mentoring or similar environments may also be considered. The right SEN Teaching Assistant will be comfortable following professional guidance, adapting their approach to individual pupils and maintaining clear safeguarding expectations.
Why Join Reeson Education?
Joining Reeson Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant gives you access to current and upcoming Portsmouth opportunities as they become available. We can consider your experience, availability and preferred setting before discussing suitable roles.
If you are a SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Portsmouth, apply today to register with Reeson Education.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
SEN Teaching Assistant in Portsmouth employer: Reeson Education Careers
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