SEMH Teaching Assistant – Bournemouth
Start Date: September 2025 (Potential for earlier start)
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Are you looking to make a real impact in a nurturing and inclusive educational setting?
Teaching Personnel is proud to be working with a range of specialist provisions in Bournemouth that provide outstanding support for students with SEMH needs.
These welcoming and well-resourced settings cater for both primary and secondary-aged pupils, each with a strong focus on personal development, emotional well-being, and tailored education.
Why These Schools?
Each setting is unique, but they share a common commitment to:
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Promoting resilience and confidence in every child
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Providing a therapeutic, student-centred approach to learning
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Fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment
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Supporting personal growth alongside academic progress
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Encouraging creative, practical, and holistic learning experiences
Whether based in a coastal location, a suburban community, or near serene green spaces, these schools are known for their positive atmosphere, strong staff teams, and dedication to transforming lives.
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience or interest in working with children/young people with SEMH needs
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A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach
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Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
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Commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable students
Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel:
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Flexible working options to suit your availability
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Ongoing CPD and access to specialist training
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A dedicated consultant to support your career journey
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Opportunity to gain experience in a variety of educational settings
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Competitive weekly pay
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference while developing your career in education.
Apply today to secure your role for September – or get in touch to discuss starting earlier in a part-time or full-time capacity!
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.
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