SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching is working with a welcoming secondary school in the Gosport area to recruit a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant for an immediate start.

This is a full‑time opportunity supporting pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The role will involve working closely with a small number of students, helping them engage in lessons, regulate behaviour, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially.

The school is particularly keen to hear from candidates with backgrounds in youth work, coaching, mentoring, the military, sports, care, or behaviour support, who can build strong relationships and act as positive role models.

Following a successful trial day, the school is looking to appoint immediately.

The Role:

Provide tailored support to pupils with EHCPs
Work closely with students on a 1:1 basis and within small groups
Support engagement, participation, and progress in lessons
Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies
Build strong, positive relationships with pupils
Encourage confidence, independence, and resilience
Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams, and SEN staff
Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment
Follow safeguarding and school policies consistently

Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals
Strong relationship‑building and communication skills
Calm, patient, and resilient approach
Confident supporting pupils who may require additional behavioural or emotional support
Experience in education, youth work, coaching, mentoring, care, sports, or support work desirable
Passionate about making a positive difference to young people's lives
Able to commit to a full‑time role Contract Details:

Position:
Teaching Assistant (EHCP Support)

Location:

Gosport

Start Date:

ASAP

Working Hours:

8:30am - 3:30pm
Working Pattern:
Full‑time, term‑time
Pay Rate: £14.25 - £15.66 per hour
Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

Experience supporting children or young people desirable
SEN or behavioural support experience beneficial
Safeguarding training can be provided
Enhanced DBS required (or willingness to obtain one)
What Prospero Teaching Offers:

Free accredited CPD, including SEN and behaviour management training
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunity to secure a long‑term position within a supportive school
A rewarding role supporting students with additional needs
Access to a wide range of education opportunities

If you're looking for a Teaching Assistant role in Gosport where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV