SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Poole

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant who loves helping children with special educational needs? We’re working with a welcoming school in Poole that’s looking for a caring, enthusiastic SEN TA to join their team.

Whether you’re after full-time hours or part-time flexibility, this role could be the perfect fit.

Why you’ll enjoy this role:
• Join a friendly school where staff are appreciated and supported
• Work with children with SEN, including Autism, ADHD, and SEMH
• Ongoing training and development to help you grow in your role
• Make a real difference in children’s lives every day

What you’ll be doing:
• Supporting children one-to-one or in small groups
• Helping teachers adapt lessons to meet each child’s needs
• Encouraging engagement, confidence, and positive behaviour
• Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils

Who we’re looking for:
• Someone with experience supporting children with SEN (school experience preferred)
• Patient, caring, and flexible in approach
• A reliable, enthusiastic team player who’s ready to get involved

Location: Poole
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (Term Time Only)
Start Date: December 2025

If you’re a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you!

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.