1:1 Support Assistant – Dorset
Are you passionate about making a real difference in a student's life? Join our dedicated team as a 1:1 Support Assistant and help shape the future of a young student who needs your guidance and support.
We are currently seeking a full-time **Support Assistant** to work closely with a KS1 student on a 1:1 basis within a respected primary school in the Dorset LEA. This is an immediate opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a student’s daily school life and development, providing the crucial support they need to thrive.
What We Offer:
- Immediate Start: Begin making an impact right away.
- 1:1 Support: Work alongside a pupil who is facing challenges in the classroom, helping them navigate their school day and build their confidence.
- Competitive Pay: Earn up to £1,600 per month.
- Long-Term Opportunity: Secure employment for the remainder of the school year with a high likelihood of contract extension.
- Growth & Development: Ideal for candidates with experience supporting students with SEMH needs (preferred but not essential).
Your Role:
As a 1:1 Support Assistant, you will be an essential part of the student's journey, helping them overcome challenges and achieve success in their academic and personal development. The role requires a strong, authoritative presence, and the ability to stay calm when managing challenging behavior. You will need to be a positive role model and develop a strong, supportive relationship with the student, guiding them toward regular improvements.
Why Join Us?
The schools offering this role are well-connected via public transport, making them easily accessible from Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch.
This position is perfect for someone who is dedicated to supporting students with SEMH needs, who has a passion for education, and who wants to see the positive impact of their work every day.
Interested?
If you're ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you! Contact our Dorset branch on 01202 297744 or submit an updated CV through the links provided.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
