SEN Teaching Assistant

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant – Christchurch Area

Are you an experienced and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity? We are currently recruiting dedicated SEN TAs to work within our fantastic partner schools across the Christchurch area.

About the Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll provide vital support to pupils with a range of special educational needs. You’ll help them access the curriculum, build confidence, and develop key life skills. Roles vary from classroom-based support to 1:1 interventions, depending on the needs of each school and student.

What We Offer:

• A variety of opportunities in mainstream and SEN schools

• Flexible full-time and part-time roles available

• A supportive team at Teaching Personnel to guide you every step of the way

• Access to ongoing training and CPD to enhance your skills

• Competitive weekly pay

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, etc.)

• A nurturing, adaptable, and patient attitude

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Relevant training or qualifications (preferred but not essential)

Join Teaching Personnel and take the next step in your SEN support career, making a positive impact in the lives of children in Bournemouth.

Location: Christchurch, Dorset
Start Date: February 2026

Apply now to be part of a team that values your dedication and supports your professional growth.

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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