Teaching Assistant

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Teaching Assistant - Basingstoke

Prospero Teaching is looking for a friendly, motivated Teaching Assistant to join schools in the Basingstoke area. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting children in their learning and wants to make a positive impact in the classroom.

You'll work alongside teachers to support lessons, provide additional guidance to pupils who need help focusing or building confidence, and contribute to creating a welcoming, structured learning environment. This role offers great variety, with opportunities to assist in small‑group activities, offer 1:1 support, and help pupils develop their academic and social skills.

Whether you've worked with children before or you're a graduate exploring a future in teaching, psychology or education, this is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same.

The Role:

Provide general classroom support across a range of subjects
Work with pupils 1:1 and in small groups to reinforce learning
Encourage engagement, independence, and positive behaviour
Support teachers with classroom preparation and day‑to‑day activities
Help children navigate lessons and transitions calmly and confidently
Build positive relationships with pupils and act as a supportive presence
Promote a safe, inclusive and encouraging classroom atmosphereIdeal Candidate:

Experience working with children is desirable (school, tutoring, coaching, childcare, youth work, etc.)
Patient, supportive and confident in a busy classroom setting
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Adaptable and able to support different age groups when needed
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Graduates in psychology, education, child development or similar fields encouraged to applyContract Details:

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

Experience with children preferred
Understanding of basic classroom expectations helpful
Safeguarding training can be providedEligibility:

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

Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Long‑term progression opportunities
A fulfilling role where your support helps pupils growIf you're passionate about helping children learn and want a rewarding role in Basingstoke, we'd love to hear from you.

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Location:
Basingstoke
Salary:
£14.66 - £15.66 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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