Sen Teaching Assistant

Make Every Day Count

Full-time | Immediate Start 

About the Role

A welcoming specialist school in Shaftesbury is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties and behavioural challenges.

The setting focuses on creating a safe, structured and engaging environment where pupils can build confidence, develop independence and achieve meaningful progress.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs
• Assist with classroom activities, routines and transitions throughout the day
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies
• Help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Work closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupil progress

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people (SEN desirable)
• Patient, calm and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and develop within a specialist setting
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Why Work with Teaching Personnel

• Weekly pay and consistent work opportunities
• Access to training and CPD to support your development
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent roles

An Enhanced DBS is required (Update Service) or willingness to apply (£49.50 via the government DBS service).

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.
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