SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time & Part Time Roles Available
Location: Dorset Area (Bournemouth, Poole, Ringwood, Ferndown, West Moors)
Job Type: Flexible - Full Time & Part Time Options
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About Us:
We are a trusted supply agency working closely with schools across the Dorset area. We are passionate about matching highly skilled and dedicated candidates with the right educational settings to ensure students success. We’re currently seeking a committed, experienced, and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team and support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within primary schools.

The Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with diverse learning needs. Working closely with the classroom teacher, you will help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for children who require additional assistance. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing tailored support to students with SEN in both one-on-one and small group settings
• Assisting with classroom management and ensuring students are engaged in their learning
• Implementing individualized learning plans in collaboration with teachers and SEN coordinators
• Helping with emotional and social development, promoting positive behaviour and well-being
• Supporting students with personal care where necessary

The Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for someone who is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of students with SEN. The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally with SEN students
• A genuine passion for supporting children with a range of learning needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students
• A proactive approach and the ability to work as part of a team
• Relevant qualifications (such as an NVQ or Teaching Assistant qualification) are preferred, but not essential

Why Work With Us?
We value our staff and provide ongoing support and training to ensure you thrive in your role. By joining our agency, you’ll benefit from:

• Flexible working hours (Full-time & Part-time opportunities available)
• Competitive pay rates, based on experience
• A supportive and friendly consultant to support and guide you.
• Opportunities for professional development
• Variety of placements across the Dorset area, including Bournemouth, Poole, Ringwood, Ferndown, and West Moors.

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEN and want to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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