Job Description
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
SEN Teaching Assistant - Winchester
Prospero Teaching is looking for a caring, patient, and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the Winchester area. This role involves working closely with students who have additional needs, including autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, communication challenges, and social or emotional needs.
You will provide consistent, tailored support throughout the school day, helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and develop essential emotional and social skills. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children who benefit from extra guidance and structure.
The role suits candidates with backgrounds in SEN, care, support roles, youth work, or graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in education or psychology.
The Role:
- Provide 1:1 support and small-group assistance for pupils with SEN
- Support pupils during lessons, activities, and transitions
- Assist with emotional regulation, confidence-building, and behaviour support
- Help adapt learning tasks under teacher guidance
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff
- Encourage independence, engagement, and positive social interaction
- Contribute to a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals
- Calm, patient, and confident supporting additional needs
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Able to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
- Adaptable, reliable, and proactive
- Passionate about making a difference in pupils' lives
- Psychology, education, or child-related graduates encouraged to apply
Contract Details:
- Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
- Location: Winchester
- Start Date: ASAP
- Hours: Full-time, term-time
- Pay Rate:£14.25 - £15.66 per hour
- Contract: Long-term
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
- SEN or child-support experience desirable xwzovoh
- Safeguarding training can be provided
- Understanding of SEN strategies beneficial
Eligibility:
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
- Two relevant references
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
- Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Long-term opportunities with potential progression
- A genuinely rewarding role supporting pupils who thrive with additional support
If you're looking for a meaningful SEN Teaching Assistant role in Winchester, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your up-to-date CV.