senploy • Alton, Hampshire
About this role
Looking for a role where you can have a positive impact every single day?
Or maybe you already work with young people and are ready to take the next step into education as an SEN Teaching Assistant?
We're working with specialist schools across Alton that are looking for caring, motivated individuals to join their teams as SEN Teaching Assistants on both a flexible and long-term basis.
Whether you're looking to start a career in education or gain valuable experience supporting children with additional needs, this could be the perfect opportunity.
You don't need to have worked in a school before.
Many of the most successful SEN Teaching Assistants come from backgrounds where they've supported children, young people, or vulnerable individuals in other settings.
If you're patient, resilient, and able to build positive relationships, we'll help you develop the skills needed to thrive in the classroom.
Training, guidance, and ongoing support will be available from day one.
- Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, and SEMH
- Providing one-to-one and small group support
- Helping students engage with learning activities
- Supporting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour strategies
- Working closely with teachers and SEN professionals
- Encouraging confidence, independence, and personal development
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping young people overcome challenges and achieve success both academically and personally.
This role offers valuable hands-on experience and is an excellent stepping stone for careers in
- Teaching
- Educational Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Youth Work
- Counselling
- Pastoral Support
You'll develop practical skills that are highly valued across education, mental health, and care sectors.
We're particularly interested in hearing from
- Sports coaches
- Psychology graduates
- Youth workers
- Care and support workers
- Nursery practitioners
- Recent graduates
- Individuals with experience supporting children or young people
If you're calm, compassionate, and passionate about helping others succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
- Flexible and long-term opportunities available
- Weekly PAYE pay from £90-£100 per day
- Free
CPD and specialist training including
Behaviour management
SEN and SEMH support
Safeguarding
- Behaviour management
- SEN and SEMH support
- Safeguarding
- School visits and shadowing opportunities
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- A supportive and people-focused approach
Quokka Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be vetted in line with DfE guidance, including an online search as part of the recruitment process. We'll support you through every stage to ensure the process is clear and straightforward.
Apply today to learn more about SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities in Alton and the surrounding areas.
If you'd prefer an informal chat before applying, we'd be happy to talk things through.
Know someone who'd be a great fit? We offer up to £150 for successful referrals.