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SEN Teaching Assistant - Basingstoke
Do you enjoy helping young people overcome challenges and reach their potential?
Are you looking for a role that is rewarding, varied, and offers the chance to make a genuine difference every day?
We're working with a number of specialist schools across Basingstoke that are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs on both a flexible and long-term basis.
Whether you're looking to start a career in education or bring your existing skills into a school setting, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
Experience Isn't Everything
You don't need previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant to apply.
Schools are often looking for people with the right personal qualities - patience, resilience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with young people.
If you've worked in care, coaching, youth services, customer-facing roles, or have personal experience supporting others, your skills could be highly valuable in the classroom.
We'll provide training and ongoing support to help you succeed.
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- Supporting students with a variety of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, and SEMH
- Working alongside teachers to create engaging and supportive learning experiences
- Providing one-to-one and small group support
- Helping students develop confidence, independence, and social skills
- Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
- Encouraging students to achieve both academically and personally
Why choose an SEN Teaching Assistant role?
No two days are the same.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll become a trusted adult for students who may need additional guidance, encouragement, and support throughout their school day.
You'll gain valuable practical experience while developing skills that can support future careers in:
- Teaching
- Educational Psychology
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Youth Work
- Behaviour and Pastoral Support
This role could be perfect for:
- Sports coaches
- Psychology graduates
- Youth workers
- Support workers
- Care professionals
- Recent graduates
- Individuals with experience working with children or young people
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If you're someone who enjoys helping others succeed and can remain calm, positive, and adaptable, we'd love to hear from you.
What Quokka Education Offers
- Flexible and long-term opportunities available
- Weekly PAYE pay from £90-£100 per day
- Access to free CPD and specialist training, including:
- Behaviour management
- SEN and SEMH awareness
- Safeguarding
- School visits and shadowing opportunities
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- A personalised approach focused on finding the right school for you
Safeguarding
Quokka Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will undergo safeguarding and compliance checks in line with DfE guidance, including an online search as part of the recruitment process.
Interested?
Apply today to find out more about SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities in Basingstoke and the surrounding areas.
If you'd like to discuss the role before applying, we're always happy to have an informal chat.
Know someone who might be interested? We offer up to £150 for successful referrals.
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