Are you passionate about supporting young children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the skills and experience to help pupils with a range of additional needs, from mild to complex, thrive in their learning environment? At Teaching Personnel, we work with SEN schools who are dedicated to providing tailored education for children with additional needs. We are seeking Teaching Assistants to help young students with learning and mental health needs reach their full potential. Position : Teaching Assistant Location : Portsmouth Working Hours : Full time and part time considered, term time only Start Date : ASAP following safer vetting checks Requirements: Previous experience working with pupils with SEND A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting children with additional needs Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment What We Offer: An opportunity to work in a school that values and celebrates every child’s unique learning journey A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children Ongoing professional development and support The potential for a permanent position after the initial trial period This role is ideal for someone who is dedicated to supporting children and is eager to contribute to their development and well-being. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience working with SEND pupils to All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.