32 sen teaching assistant jobs found in Portsmouth

Job Role: SEND Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) Location: Portsmouth Pay: £82.50 - £90 per day  Hours: 8:00am – 2:50pm Contract Type: Full Time Start Date: ASAP Are you a compassionate and dedicated support professional with experience in Autism Spectrum Conditions? Supply Desk are seeking a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with additional needs in a caring Portsmouth secondary school. About Us At Supply Desk, we work closely with schools to place passionate and skilled individuals where they can make the greatest impact. We offer ongoing support, training, and development opportunities to help you grow in your SEND career. About the School This welcoming and inclusive school in Portsmouth is recognised for its strong commitment to meeting the diverse needs of all students. With an attentive leadership team and a nurturing ethos, it provides an environment where staff feel supported and students are encouraged to thrive both academically and...

SEN Teaching Assistant – Chichester Location: Chichester Pay: £85 – £100 per day (Dependent on Experience) Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm Contract Type: Full Time Start Date: Immediate Duration: Until July 2026 (Temporary Contract) A specialist provision in Chichester is seeking a committed and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join their small, supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people with significant SEMH needs, helping them re-engage with learning in a structured and therapeutic environment. About the Provision This provision forms part of a wider Special School and Alternative Provision supporting children and young people who are unable to access mainstream education due to social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The school offers: A nurturing and highly supportive environment where students can develop emotionally and academically Small class sizes (typically 1–5 students) enabling personalised,...

SEN LSA Pay: £14.53-£15.93 per hour Job Description: Make a meaningful difference every day supporting children with additional needs whilst developing your career in specialist education. Join a specialist education team where your support creates lasting positive change in children's lives. SEN Teaching Assistant Pay: £14.33 – £15.93 per hour Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term-time only) Contract: Temporary / Long-term / Permanent opportunities Start Date: ASAP If you're compassionate, patient, and committed to making a real difference, this is your chance to join Humly and help transform the lives of children and young people with additional needs. We are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to work in specialist schools across Southampton and Winchester, supporting pupils with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), social and communication challenges, and complex learning profiles. The Role * Provide one-to-one and small group support for...

SEN Teaching Assistant – Chichester Location: Chichester Pay: £85 – £100 per day (Dependent on Experience) Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm Contract Type: Full Time Start Date: Immediate Duration: Ongoing (Temporary contract with potential to extend) A supportive and inclusive school in Chichester is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive both academically and emotionally. About the School The school is a well-regarded mainstream setting with a strong commitment to inclusion and personalised support. Staff work collaboratively to ensure that pupils with special educational needs receive the structure, consistency and encouragement they need to succeed. You will be joining a friendly, experienced team who value positive relationships and a calm, nurturing approach. The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of additional...

SEN LSA Pay: £14.53-£15.93 per hour Job Description: Make a meaningful difference every day supporting children with additional needs whilst developing your career in specialist education. Join a specialist education team where your support creates lasting positive change in children's lives. SEN Teaching Assistant Pay: £14.33 – £15.93 per hour Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term-time only) Contract: Temporary / Long-term / Permanent opportunities Start Date: ASAP If you're compassionate, patient, and committed to making a real difference, this is your chance to join Humly and help transform the lives of children and young people with additional needs. We are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to work in specialist schools across Southampton and Winchester, supporting pupils with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), social and communication challenges, and complex learning profiles. The Role * Provide one-to-one and small group support for...

Job Role: SEN Teacher Location: Portsmouth Pay: £168.80 – £270.98 per day (Dependent on Experience) Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm Contract Type: Full Time Start Date: Immediate Duration: Until July 2026 (Temporary contract) Are you a passionate and resilient educator looking to make a meaningful impact in a specialist setting? Supply Desk are seeking a committed SEN Teacher to join a small, supportive provision in Portsmouth, working with students who have significant SEMH needs. About the Provision This specialist provision is part of a wider Special School and Alternative Provisionsetting that supports children and young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH)needs, as well as those unable to access mainstream education. The school provides: A nurturing, highly supportive environment where students with SEMH can thrive emotionally and academically. Small class sizes (typically 1–5 students) to allow personalised support and relationship‑based teaching. A...

Graduate Teaching Assistants (TeachAhead) Looking to secure a role in education? No experience required just a positive, can-do attitude and a passion for teaching and learning! About the Graduate / Teaching Assistant Position Prospero Teaching are seeking enthusiastic graduates who are keen to gain valuable classroom experience before beginning teacher training. These are long-term placements with immediate starts available. We are recruiting graduates to work as Teaching Assistants across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools in the following PO postcode areas: Portsmouth (PO1/PO6) Southsea Cosham Drayton Fareham (PO14/PO16) Gosport (PO12/PO13) Havant (PO9/PO10) Waterlooville (PO7/PO8) Emsworth (PO10) Hayling Island (PO11) Chichester and surrounding areas (PO18/PO20)This is the perfect opportunity for recent graduates looking to build classroom experience ahead of teacher training. No prior experience is required; however, any experience working with children or young...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Full Time Location: Sholing, Southampton Start Date: Immediate / January 2026 Contract: Long-Term (potentially permanent)  Institution: Junior School – Learning Support & Classroom Provision Pay: £90–£110 per day (depending on experience) About the Role We are seeking a skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a junior school in the Sholing area. This role is ideal for someone confident in leading learning, delivering interventions, and supporting whole class teaching when required. You will work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and senior leaders to ensure pupils receive high-quality support that enables them to thrive academically and socially. The position is full-time, with the school looking to appoint permanently for the right candidate. About the School This junior school is well-regarded locally for its inclusive ethos, strong pastoral care, and commitment to raising standards. Staff work collaboratively...

Teaching Assistant – Secondary School (SEN / Inclusion) Location: Chichester Pay: £89–£95 per day Hours: Monday to Friday, term-time Start Date: ASAP We are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded and inclusive secondary school in Chichester for a compassionate and motivated Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated support team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and is passionate about helping every student achieve their full potential. Whether you are an experienced Secondary TA, have SEN experience, or are looking to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing into HLTA or teacher training, this school offers a supportive and welcoming environment in which to grow. About the Role Working closely with teaching staff and the SEN/Inclusion team, you will provide in-class, small group, and one-to-one support to students across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will support pupils with SEND, additional learning...

Secondary Teaching Assistant – Autism Provision (Southampton) Start Date: March 2026 Contract: Full-time, temporary (March–July 2026) Location: Southampton (near Bassett area) Setting: Mainstream secondary school with a dedicated SEN resourced provision Pay: £88 - £98 per day About the Role We are seeking a committed and compassionate Secondary Teaching Assistant to support students with autism and moderate learning difficulties within a specialist resourced provision inside a mainstream secondary school. This full‑time role runs from March to July, working closely with the Head of Provisionto deliver consistent, structured support that empowers students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The provision supports students with EHCPs and offers a dedicated base equipped with a classroom, breakout area, and a small sensory space, where pupils receive targeted support before gradually accessing mainstream subjects such as science and art.   You will play a key...

SEN Learning Support Assistant Southampton Prospero Teaching is looking for a patient, supportive, and enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to join welcoming schools in Southampton. This role involves working closely with pupils who have a range of additional needs including autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, and social-emotional challenges. Your role will be to help pupils feel secure, confident, and able to access learning in a structured and nurturing environment. You'll work with teachers and SEN staff to deliver personalised support that makes a genuine difference to each child's progress and daily experience. Whether you've worked in care, SEN, support work, youth work, mentoring, or you're a psychology/education graduate, this role offers meaningful, hands-on experience that can shape your future career. The Role: Provide 1:1 and small-group support for children with SEND Help students stay focused, manage emotions, and build independence Support...

1:1 Teaching Assistants – Primary Schools Location: Totton Join us in supporting children in a lovely Totton school who need extra help to reach their full potential, providing 1:1 SEN support and some general classroom support. This is a rewarding opportunity helping children feel supported as they engage with daily school life. About the Role Pay rate: £13.75 per hour Contract type: Part time or Full time Start date: ASAP What We’re Looking For A minimum of two years’ employment history Experience in the education sector desirable not essential Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with pupils and staff Hold a Child DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one) What We Offer Competitive hourly rate Valuable experience in SEN education Opportunities to progress into a permanent position A rewarding Refer a Friend scheme If you’re enthusiastic, patient and ready to make a positive difference, we’d love to hear from you All applicants will...

Learning Support Assistant (SEN Required) Location: Totton Pay: £13.75 per hour Hours: 8:45am - 3:15pm Contract: Term Time Only Working Pattern: Full-Time (Part-Time Considered) Agency: Teaching Personnel Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Assistant to work in a supportive school setting in Totton. This role is term time only and is ideal for candidates who have strong SEN experience and are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs. About the Role: Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs Support students with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and associated learning needs Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible lessons Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment Requirements: Essential: Previous SEN experience (school, care, youth work or similar setting) Confident...

SEN Learning Support Assistant Winchester Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a warm and inclusive school in Winchester. You will be supporting pupils with a variety of additional needs, helping them to access learning, build confidence, manage emotions, and make positive progress in a safe and structured environment. This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a meaningful difference in a child's school experience. Whether you have worked in care, support, youth work, SEND, or you're a graduate seeking hands-on experience in education, this role will give you the opportunity to build strong, supportive relationships with pupils who need consistency and patience. The Role: Provide 1:1 support for pupils with a range of SEND needs Assist with small-group interventions and classroom learning Help pupils regulate emotions, stay on task, and build essential skills Work closely with teachers and SENCO to implement...

Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant – Chichester Supporting Pupils with SEMH, Autism and behavioural needs Location: Chichester Hours: 08:30am – 3:30pm, 5 days a week Start: April 2026 Long-term position, with the potential to become permanent  Competitive pay - £85- £92 Looking for a meaningful role where you can truly make a difference? Are you patient, compassionate, and determined to help every child achieve their full potential? We’re seeking dedicated Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistants to support two children with different needs in a local, Southampton 3 form entry school. Both pupils present behaviours that need addressing quickly and confidently. It is essential you are strong, calm, and consistent, with the confidence to follow agreed strategies, apply boundaries fairly, and respond proactively before situations escalate. Whether you have a background in care, personal experience, or a passion for helping others—if you bring empathy, patience, and a...

I am working with a lovely Secondary school in Portsmouth, who are looking to recruit a Teacher to work with their KS3 pupils. The school cater to students who have Special Educational Needs (SEN) You will need to be an enthusiastic, compassionate and innovative teacher - someone ready to make a genuine difference. This role would also be a great opportunity for someone considering working in an SEN school for the first time, offering the chance to gain hands-on experience, build confidence, and see whether the rewarding setting is the right fit for them. An interest in relational and restorative practice would be advantageous as this is really important when working with the pupils. You will need to be positive, resilient and want to make a difference to children's long term outcomes. You will work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to provide pupils with outstanding learning opportunities and support them with overcoming any barriers to learning. You will plan,...

SEN Teacher - Make a Lasting Difference Portsmouth Full-Time | Long Term Are you a dedicated and compassionate SEN teacher ready to support pupils with additional needs to achieve their full potential? We are seeking an inspiring SEN Teacher to join a welcoming and well-supported specialist setting in the Portsmouth area. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a committed team that places inclusion, wellbeing, and personalised learning at the heart of everything they do. The Role - SEN Teacher As an SEN Teacher, you will: Plan and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons tailored to individual EHCP targets. As a SEN Teacher you will support pupils with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech & language needs, and moderate learning difficulties. As a SEN Teacher you will create a structured, safe, and engaging learning environment. As a SEN Teacher you will work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, SENCO, therapists, and families. As a SEN...

Administrator £13.29 per hour rising to £14.04 per hour after 6 months in the role Hours - 8.00 am - 4.30 pm Monday - Thursday 8.00 am - 4.00 pm every Friday. Once full training has been completed there will be the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week. A fast-paced, vibrant, office where no two days the same. Your role will give you exposure to a wide range of tasks including, office support, administration and data capture. Some of the exciting things you'll be involved in… Maintain the accuracy and integrity of data across internal systems and databases. Prepare, send, and manage email communications to internal and external stakeholders. Obtain and verify required documentation to support operational processes. Schedule meetings, activities, and tasks efficiently to ensure smooth workflow. Operate office systems to process work, maintain accurate records, and access required information. Record and update data accurately, ensuring consistency and...

Job Role: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Location: Fareham Pay: £110 – £140 per day Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm Contract Type: Full Time Start Date: March 2026 Duration: Until end of July 2026 Are you a dedicated and compassionate professional looking to make a real difference in supporting young people with additional needs? Supply Desk are seeking an experienced HLTA to join a supportive provision within a well‑established secondary school in Fareham. About the School This is a value‑driven secondary school for ages 11–16, known for its strong culture of Courtesy, Courage and Commitment. The school places great emphasis on inclusion and supporting pupils with unique talents, abilities, and additional needs. Their SEND provision is rooted in ensuring all students can access a full and ambitious curriculum, with an experienced SENDCo team and a clear commitment to high‑quality support for learners with autism and other needs. The school is also known for fostering...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Part Time Location: Fareham Area Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Fixed Term (until August 2026, with potential to extend) Hours: 12:00-3:30pm daily (17.5 hours/week) - flexible for the right candidate Exciting Opportunity for a Part-Time HLTA We are currently recruiting for a motivated and adaptable Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a nurturing and inclusive primary school in the Fareham area. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HLTA or someone with equivalent experience looking to make a meaningful impact in a part-time role. The successful HLTA will work closely with teachers, SEND staff, and pupils to deliver high-quality learning support, interventions, and class cover. Key Responsibilities of the HLTA Role: Provide planned and ad-hoc class cover across year groups Deliver booster sessions and targeted interventions to raise attainment Support pupils with SEND and EHCP targets Work collaboratively with...