Teaching Assistant

We are seeking to recruit a friendly, confident Teaching Assistant to play a crucial role in supporting our students' learning. The successful candidate will be working predominantly with our highest needs pupils who have SEN including those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to build positive relationships with young people who may be lacking in confidence about their learning and possess Maths and English GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent). Experience of working with pupils with SEN is desirable but not essential. If you are passionate about young people, enjoy variety in your role and thrive on working in a busy environment this is a great opportunity for you to join our dedicated and welcoming team.

Application forms can be found on our website: https://www.priorysouthsea.org/about/vacancies/ Completed application forms should be sent to recruitment@priorysouthsea.org Applicants will be asked to complete the Equal Opportunities Google Form which will be forwarded on receipt of application. This will enable us to promote equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. Without the data we cannot measure the impact of any steps we take to eliminate inequality. This form will not be shared with the selection panel and only be used for monitoring purposes. Please note we do not accept CV’s. Closing Date: 12pm Wednesday 21st October 2026 Interview Date: Friday 23rd October 2026