Sen Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Ferndown

Location: Ferndown, Dorset
Hours: Full-time
Start: As soon as your profile is cleared for work
Duration: Potentially the full academic year
Pay: Weekly pay (£400 - £600)

Are you passionate about helping children thrive? ❤️

Do you have the patience, compassion and enthusiasm to make a real difference in a child's life?

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our lovely primary schools in Ferndown. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to do more than just support learning — it's a chance to help a child build confidence, develop independence and enjoy a positive school experience.

If you're a nurturing, reliable and committed individual who loves seeing children reach their full potential, this could be the perfect role for you!

✨ What's in it for you?

• Full-time hours – enjoy a consistent working schedule in a rewarding school environment.
• Weekly pay – get paid every week.
• Long-term opportunity – the role has the potential to continue for the full academic year.
• A rewarding experience – make a genuine, lasting difference to a child's learning, confidence and development.
• A supportive school environment – work alongside teachers and school staff to help a child flourish.

What will the role involve?

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll provide tailored support to a child throughout the school day, helping them access learning and feel confident, safe and included.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Providing individualised support based on the child's educational and emotional needs.
• Helping the child engage with classroom activities and achieve their learning goals.
• Encouraging independence, positive behaviour and social interaction.
• Building a trusting relationship with the child and acting as a positive role model.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to ensure the child receives the best possible support.
• Creating a calm, encouraging and inclusive learning environment where the child can thrive.

Who are we looking for?

We're keen to hear from candidates who are:

• Experienced in supporting children with SEN, ideally within a primary school setting.
• Patient, caring and understanding, with a genuine passion for helping children succeed.
• Reliable, proactive and committed to making a positive impact every day.
• Confident in adapting their approach to suit a child's individual needs.
• Strong communicators who enjoy working as part of a team.

Previous experience supporting children with additional needs is essential. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who understands that small steps forward can make a huge difference.

Ready to make a difference?

This is more than just a Teaching Assistant position — it's an opportunity to become an important part of a child's school journey, helping them feel supported, included and confident in their abilities.

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding, full-time opportunity in Ferndown, with weekly pay and the potential for a long-term placement, we'd love to hear from you!

The successful candidate can start as soon as their profile has been cleared for work, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity.

Apply today and take the next step towards a truly rewarding role!

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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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