Teaching Assistants

Company: Priory School
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Location: Portsmouth
Job Description:

Teaching Assistants – Priory School

  • Portsmouth
  • £25,186 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time

32 hours per week, Monday – Friday 8:15 am – 3:15 pm, term time only (45.2 paid weeks).

We are seeking friendly, confident Teaching Assistants to support our pupils’ learning. The successful candidate will work predominantly with our highest‑needs pupils who have SEN, including those with social, emotional and mental health difficulties. You will build positive relationships with young people who may lack confidence in their learning.

Qualifications and experience

  • Grades C or above in Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent).
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Experience working with pupils with SEN is desirable but not essential.

We value passion for working with young people, the ability to thrive in a busy environment, and the desire to be part of a dedicated and welcoming team.

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding

Priory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to equality of opportunity for all staff. Recruitment is open to applicants regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership. Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check (with self‑disclosure), online/social media checks and satisfactory references.

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Posted: June 18th, 2026