SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Start Date: January or sooner

Are you passionate about helping children thrive?
Do you want a role where you can make a positive impact every day? If so, this SEN Teaching Assistant position could be perfect for you!

A welcoming SEN/PRU Primary School in Bournemouth is looking for a caring, resilient, and enthusiastic individual to join their team. This is your chance to support children aged 4–11 years old with a range of special educational needs and behavioural challenges, including ADHD, ASD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and more.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting teachers in creating a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment
• Helping pupils develop confidence and life skills in a nurturing setting
• Using positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations calmly
• Working closely with a dedicated team to make learning accessible and enjoyable for every child

What We’re Looking For

• Someone patient, compassionate, and adaptable
• Comfortable working in a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit) environment
• Experience with SEMH or mental health, and SEN (in or outside of education)
• A team player who can collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies

Why Join Us?

• Full Time
• Free access to 10+ SEN CPD training courses (plus discounts on many more).
• Holiday Pay
• Supportive school environment committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Working Hours:

• Mon & Tue: 08:30 – 16:00
• Wed & Thu: 08:30 – 15:15
• Fri: 08:30 – 15:00

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and start your journey as an SEN Teaching Assistant!

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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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