SEN Teaching Assistant

Role: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: (Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch)

Working Hours: Full-Time

Start Date: November 2025

Pay Rate: £13-£15 per hour (depending on experience)

About the Role:

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Dorset, seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from November. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a meaningful impact in their educational journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver 1:1 support for a pupil with an EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan)

• Facilitate small group interventions focused on literacy, numeracy, and social skills where appropriate

• Assist with classroom activities, adapting materials to meet the pupil’s individual needs

• Support pupils in managing behaviour and emotional regulation

• Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to the SENCO and class teacher

• Promote inclusion and encourage independence in learning

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experienced in working with children with SEND, either in educational or care settings

• Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a genuine passion for helping children thrive

• Skilled in communication, both with children and adults, including parents and staff

• Knowledgeable about safeguarding and child protection procedures

• Qualified with relevant certifications such as CACHE Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay, paid directly via PAYE – no umbrella company deductions

• A dedicated recruitment consultant to guide and support your career journey

• Access to a wide range of roles, including long-term, short-term, and permanent opportunities

• Free CPD courses to enhance your skills and knowledge (e.g., Autism Awareness, Team Teach, Safeguarding)

• myTP platform – a user-friendly digital hub for timesheets, job alerts, and communication

Apply Now:

If you’re ready to make a difference and start a fulfilling 1:1 SEN role in a mainstream school this November, we’d love to hear from you. 

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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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