Primary Teaching Assistant

Are you a dedicated and experienced support professional passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives? We are seeking enthusiastic and skilled Teaching Assistants with relevant experience to join our vibrant school community in Portsmouth. In this role, you will work closely with teachers and pupils to provide vital support, promote inclusive learning, and help children achieve their full potential. We highly value candidates with prior experience and a genuine commitment to student wellbeing.

Location: Portsmouth
Hours: Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £430 - £450 per week

Why Join Us?
At Vision for Education, we partner with several SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) schools across Portsmouth that foster safe, caring environments for every student. An experienced Teaching Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting children to overcome challenges, build resilience, and thrive both academically and emotionally.

What You’ll Do:
✨ Support teachers in delivering engaging, tailored lessons, especially for students with SEMH and SEN needs
✨ Develop strong, trusting relationships to enhance confidence and emotional stability
✨ Assist students in developing social skills and emotional regulation strategies
✨ Maintain a calm, positive, and safe classroom environment
✨ Contribute to a team dedicated to the holistic development, inclusion, and safeguarding of every child

What We’re Looking For:
Prior experience working with children or young people (minimum 1-2 years preferred)
Compassion, patience, and a proactive approach
Excellent communication skills
Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic environment
Enhanced DBS on the update service
Full driving license is advantageous

What We Offer:
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Opportunities for career progression
A rewarding role where your experience truly makes 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 Primary Teaching 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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