SEN Learning Support Assistant

Job Description:

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs whilst building a rewarding career in specialist education.

Mainstream school or SEN Teaching Assistant – Petersfield, Bordon, Horndean

Pay: £15.24 per hour PAYE
Hours: Monday to Friday (school hours, term-time only, 5 days a week)
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.

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with EHCPs (Education, Health & Care Plans)

• Support students in their academic, social, and emotional development

• Implement strategies to help pupils overcome barriers to learning

• Assist teachers with classroom management and resource preparation

• Build trusting relationships with pupils, promoting confidence and independence

• Monitor and record progress, sharing feedback with teaching staff and SENCOs

• Minimum 6 months' experience working with children or young adults in education or care, or specialist settings within the last 2 years

• Empathy, patience, and adaptability

• Have a reliable approach to work

• Strong communication skills for working with pupils, staff, and parents

• A proactive, supportive, and positive approach

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• A truly rewarding role where you can see the difference you make every day

• Weekly pay via PAYE – no umbrella deductions

• Term-time only – no evening or weekend work

• Opportunities for free CPD and SEN-specific training

• Long-term and permanent placement options

• Work with a variety of specialist schools in your local area

Experience working with children in an educational setting