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Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 14.66 - 15.66 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Portsmouth

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a friendly, proactive Teaching Assistant to join welcoming schools in Portsmouth. This is role entails supporting pupils throughout the school day - from helping in the classroom to leading small‑group activities and providing 1:1 support when needed.

You'll work alongside teachers to create a positive learning environment, help pupils stay engaged with their work, and provide additional guidance to children who benefit from a little extra support. Every day is different, making this role ideal for anyone who enjoys variety and meaningful interaction with young learners.

This position suits individuals with experience in schools, childcare, tutoring, youth work, mentoring, or graduates looking to gain valuable school‑based experience before teaching, educational psychology, or further study.

The Role:

Support teachers during lessons across multiple subjects
Provide 1:1 or small‑group support to pupils needing extra help
Assist with learning tasks, classroom activities, and routines
Encourage students' confidence, independence, and positive behaviour
Prepare and organise learning resources as needed
Help maintain a calm, safe, and inclusive environment
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and support teamsIdeal Candidate:

Experience working with children (formal or informal)
Confident, patient, and enthusiastic about helping students succeed
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Comfortable working across different year groups
Positive, reliable, and motivated to support learning
Graduates in psychology, education, child development, or similar fields encouraged to applyContract Details:

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Portsmouth
Start: ASAP
Hours: Full‑time, term‑time
Pay: £14.66-£15.66 per hour
Contract: Long‑termExperience, Training & Safeguarding:

Previous experience with children desirable
Safeguarding training can be provided
Behaviour‑support experience helpful but not essentialEligibility:

Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
Two suitable referencesWhat Prospero Teaching Offers:

Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Long‑term progression opportunities
A rewarding role supporting children's academic and social developmentIf you're enthusiastic about supporting pupils and want a rewarding school‑based role in Portsmouth, we'd love to hear from you.

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