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SEN Teaching Assistant

  1. Primary SEN Support
  2. Dorset
Date posted : 10/06/25
  1. Full Time
£300 - 550 per week

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Ferndown

Location: Ferndown
Start Date: September 2025
Position Type: Full-time (part-time considered)
Pay: From £89.38 per day
School Type: Mainstream Primary with dedicated SEN support

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? We are working closely with a welcoming primary school in Ferndown that is seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team in September.

The Role:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with special educational needs (SEN), including autism and ADHD

  • Support the class teacher with learning activities, behaviour management and progress tracking

  • Help create an inclusive, nurturing classroom environment

  • Work collaboratively with school staff, parents and external agencies

✅ You’ll Need:

  • Experience working with children with SEN (either in school or a similar setting)

  • A positive, patient and resilient attitude

  • A proactive approach to supporting learning and development

  • Enhanced DBS (or be willing to apply for one)

Why Work with Us?

At Teaching Personnel, we’ll match you to roles that suit your skills and preferences, offering:

  • Flexible working options

  • Ongoing training and career development

  • A dedicated consultant to support your journey


Apply now to make a meaningful difference in a child’s education and be part of a nurturing school community in Ferndown.

Send your CV or get in touch.

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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