32.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday 8.15am to 3:15pm. 

Term Time only (39 weeks)

Fixed term until 31 August 2025

HCC Grade B FTE £22,737 - £23,058 (+ Pay Award)

Actual £16,821.36 - £17,058.84 (+ Pay Award)

Required as soon as possible to work as a member of this dynamic Learning Support Team providing 1:1 support for pupils in and out of the classroom with a variety of Special Educational Needs.  This position is fixed term until 31 August 2025.

Adaptability is essential as is the ability to relate well to both pupils and teachers. Knowledge and experience of raising literacy levels and developing resources would be an advantage; however, enthusiasm and energy are the priority to join this forward looking team, along with having an SEN specialism.

Any previous experience in working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition, Pathological Demand Avoidance, or Selective Mutism would be an advantage.

A desire to make a difference will be equally valued along with life experience and a good sense of humour.

A comprehensive induction programme is in place and training is always on going.

What Swanmore College can offer you:

• Free onsite parking
• Free Staff Membership of our Fitness Suite with exclusive staff only times
• Staff extracurricular activities such as Yoga and Football
• Access to a wealth of Continuing Professional Development, such as The National College, Optimus and iHasco
• Free refreshments and fresh fruit
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free Microsoft Office for home

Completed support staff application forms and equalities monitoring forms should be sent to Mrs M Smith, HR Officer at the following email address:  recruitment@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

We would be very happy to accept applications from individuals who are considering entering a career in teaching in September 2025, or beyond.  A Teaching Assistant post is a rewarding profession that gives great insight to school life for prospective teachers.  As the lead school for The Rural Schools Alliance Teaching School, we are perfectly placed to provide development opportunities to ensure a successful Teacher Training application. 

If you are interested in securing a teacher training post for September 2025, please do not hesitate to contact us prior to the closing date for more information about how this post could support your preparation for your training. 

school.direct@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

Swanmore College and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commit  ent.

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

We reserve the right to close an advert early depending on the number of applications received.

Closing date: - 12pm Friday 24 January 2025