SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support)
Location: Mainstream Primary School, Bournemouth
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: March 2025

About Us:
We are a warm and welcoming mainstream primary school in Bournemouth, dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment for all our pupils. We pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing atmosphere that supports both the academic and emotional well-being of each child.

The Role:
Teaching Personnel is working with our school to recruit a passionate, committed, and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will provide 1:1 support for a Year 1 child with behavioural difficulties. The ideal candidate will be someone who is patient, empathetic, and motivated to make a real difference in a child’s educational journey.

You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to ensure that the child receives the support they need to thrive in a mainstream setting. The role will involve:

• Providing tailored support to a Year 1 child with behavioural challenges, helping them engage with lessons and develop positive behaviour strategies.
• Assisting with social, emotional, and academic development in line with the child’s individual education plan (IEP).
• Supporting the child in overcoming barriers to learning and promoting positive social interaction with peers.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to monitor progress and adapt strategies as needed.
• Ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for the child at all times.

About You:
We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has proven experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within a SEN context, supporting children with behavioural difficulties.
• Has a deep understanding of child development and behaviour management techniques.
• Holds relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and helping them succeed.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards working with children.
• Has excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other professionals.
• Is able to work creatively and flexibly to meet the needs of the child.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative school environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real impact on a child’s learning and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

How to Apply:
This role is being managed through Teaching Personnel. Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to ellen.wilcox@teachingpersonnel.com

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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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