Learning Support Assistant

Join a Life-Changing SEN Support Career

Start Date: September 2025 (Early Start Options Available)
Hours: 8:30am – 4pm | Ages: 3–19 | Primary & Secondary Settings
Position: Full-Time or Part-Time

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs? We’re seeking caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join exceptional specialist schools in Bournemouth.

These settings cater to a diverse range of needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and physical or sensory challenges, in a supportive and structured environment.

A Nurturing and Specialist Environment

These schools are recognised for their inclusive and person-centred approaches.

Each offers a safe, engaging, and inspiring space where pupils feel understood and empowered.

With a holistic philosophy, these settings place as much emphasis on emotional and social development as on academic progress. Whether you're supporting pupils with complex needs or working in specialist further education, you’ll be part of a team making a genuine difference.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils aged 3 to 19 with SEN in classroom and small group environments

• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons

• Encouraging independence, communication, and emotional regulation

• Implementing individual learning and behaviour plans with consistency and care

• Helping create a calm, respectful, and inclusive classroom culture

Why This Role Is Right for You

• You have a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of children with SEN

• You're patient, reliable, empathetic, and motivated by pupil success

• You thrive in environments that value teamwork, creativity, and student-centred learning

• You're looking for a rewarding career, not just a job

The Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel

• Access to specialist CPD and training, including Team Teach and Autism Awareness

• Flexible start dates, with opportunities to begin part-time or full-time before September

• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support and guidance

• Opportunities to grow within a variety of respected specialist provisions

• Competitive weekly pay and PAYE contract options

Make a Lasting Impact

Whether you're experienced in SEN support or looking to begin your career in education, this is your opportunity to work in some of the most respected specialist settings in Bournemouth. Join us in creating brighter futures, one child at a time.

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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