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 atmosphere

Ideal 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 apply

Contract Details:

• Position: Teaching Assistant
• Location: Basingstoke
• Start Date: ASAP
• Hours: Full-time, term-time
• Pay:£14.66-£15.66 per hour
• Contract: Long-term

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

• Experience with children preferred
• Understanding of basic classroom expectations helpful
• Safeguarding training can be provided

Eligibility:

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
• Two relevant references

What 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 grow

If you're passionate about helping children learn and want a rewarding role in Basingstoke, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV.