Teaching Assistant (SEN Provision)

Penbridge Infant School & Nursery, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5BG

6 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  8 February 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  27 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time: 30.33 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: TSAT Pay Group 2 pro rata to £17,740 - £19,809 for hours and weeks stated (£25,077 - £28,001 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Penbridge School is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant(SEN Provision)to work primarily within our inclusion centre,Rainbow Fish and across the Infants and Juniors sites as and when required.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work as part of a dedicated and supportive team, helping students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Rainbow Fish provides state-of-the-art facilities for children with complex cognition and learning difficulties aged between four and nine, who have an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP). The children work towards being able to integrate into mainstream for some learning, with a high level of support to meet their specific needs from the provision staff.Our curriculum centres on each child as an individual, looking at their starting points and next steps. Class sizes are up to 8 pupils.

What you will need to succeed:

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description

• Provide teaching and learning to our students with the support of the Classroom Teacher
• Coaching children on a 1:1 or group basis
• Previous experience of working with young people to support their physical and mental wellbeing
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Educated to a minimum requirement of Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• You will have high levels of motivation, energy and commitment with a reflective approach to the role and the ability to work to build positive relationships with students and their parents/carers
• Participate in the Walking Bus between school sites as and when required

What the school offers its staff

Formally known as Penhale Infant School and Newbridge Junior School, we officially joined together in September 2022 to form Penbridge Infants and Junior School.The infants site comprises of a nursery with 24 places for funded 2-4 year olds and a 2-form entry Infant school with 180 children on the roll including 24 in our Rainbow Fish Inclusion Unit.The Juniors site comprises of a 4-form entry school with 440 children on the roll.

“Pupils are happy and enjoy attending this welcoming school” – Ofsted 2022

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales
• Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training:Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
• Store Discounts:Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Penbridge Infant School & Nursery

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 207 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Penbridge Infant School & Nursery website
• Email address: sarah.arthur@penbridge.tsat.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/penhale-infant-school-nursery-portsmouth

At Penbridge School we want children to be successful learners and develop a lifelong love of learning. We teach the skills they need to be effective learners and the language they need to express how they can become successful across all areas of the curriculum.

We know that children are naturally inquisitive and we aim to develop this curiosity by providing a curriculum that engages and excites but also provides challenge at the correct level.

Arranging a visit to Penbridge Infant School & Nursery

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sarah.arthur@penbridge.tsat.uk.

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