SEN Support Staff
Job description
SEN Support Staff – Mainstream Primary Schools Across Dorset
Full Time & Part Time Opportunities Available
Are you a caring, committed and passionate Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in children’s lives?
We are working with a range of welcoming and supportive mainstream primary schools across the Dorset region who are seeking dedicated SEN Support Staff to join their teams. These roles offer flexibility, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available to suit your availability.
About the Role:
As an SEN Support Staff member, you will:
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Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs
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Support children with a range of SEN including ASD, ADHD, speech & language needs, and social/emotional difficulties
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Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to implement tailored support plans
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Help create a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
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Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning
We Are Looking For:
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Previous experience working with children with SEN (school-based experience desirable)
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A patient, empathetic and resilient approach
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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A genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential
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Reliability and commitment to your role
What We Offer:
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Opportunities across a variety of lovely mainstream primary schools in Dorset
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Flexible full-time and part-time positions
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Competitive rates of pay
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Ongoing support and guidance
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The opportunity to gain valuable experience across different settings
If you are ready to support, inspire and make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.
Get in touch today to find out more about the opportunities available across Dorset!
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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