Classroom Support Assistant

Are you an experienced support professional passionate about helping students thrive in a positive, nurturing environment? We are seeking dedicated Classroom Support Assistants with relevant experience to join our school community in Portsmouth. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with teachers and pupils to provide essential support, foster inclusive learning, and empower children to reach their full potential. If you’re compassionate, proactive, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you!

Location: Southsea
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £430 - £450 per week

Why Choose Us?
At Vision for Education, we work with several SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) schools across Portsmouth that believe every student deserves a safe, caring environment to learn and grow. As an experienced Teaching Assistant, you'll be instrumental in supporting students to overcome challenges and develop resilience, ensuring they can flourish both academically and emotionally.

What You’ll Do:
✨ Collaborate with teaching staff to deliver engaging, tailored lessons that meet the needs of students with SEMH challenges
✨ Build strong, trusting relationships to foster confidence and emotional stability
✨ Support students in developing social skills and emotional regulation techniques
✨ Maintain a calm and positive classroom environment conducive to learning and wellbeing
✨ Contribute to a team focused on the holistic development of each child, promoting inclusion and safeguarding

What We’re Looking For:
Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to help others
Experience working with children or young people (1-2 years minimum)
Excellent communication skills
A proactive, resilient attitude
Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding

Full driving

What We Offer:
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for career progression
A rewarding role where you truly make a difference

About us:

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2025 for the third year in a row! We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you're ready to inspire change and help shape the future of young people facing unique challenges, apply now!

Join us in creating a brighter tomorrow.

How to apply:

If you are a Classroom Support Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Please apply via this website, contact us on 02380 017888 or email me on [email protected] for more information. We look forward to hearing from you!

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