SEN Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Teaching Assistant in Shillingstone, Blandford Forum!

Are you enthusiastic about education and eager to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives?

At Teaching Personnel, we lead the market in providing top-tier staffing solutions for schools. We take pride in connecting talented individuals with their ideal careers in education.

About the Role:

We are currently looking for a committed and energetic Teaching Assistant to join an SEN school in Shillingstone, Blandford Forum. This is a wonderful opportunity to work throughout the school, supporting students both individually and in small groups. Your role will be crucial in aiding children’s learning and managing classroom behaviour alongside the class teacher.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students with their learning activities
• Assist in managing classroom behaviour
• Work 1:1 with students and in small groups
• Collaborate with the class teacher to create a positive learning environment

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday, 8:15am to 3:15pm
• This position offers the potential to become a permanent member of the school staff after a successful probation period.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• The chance to make a significant impact on students’ lives

Requirements:

• Passion for education and working with young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff
• Experience working in an educational setting is desirable but not essential

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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