Part-Time SEN Teaching Assistant – Flexible Hours
Location: Weymouth
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Contract: Part-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: ASAP / Flexible
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about helping children and young people with Special Educational Needs flourish? Do you want a role that fits around your life while making a meaningful impact?
If so, this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Weymouth could be perfect for you!
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a specialist school dedicated to supporting pupils aged 2–19 years with a wide range of needs, including:
- Severe, complex, and profound learning difficulties
- Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
- Physical and sensory disabilities
- Complex healthcare needs
The school offers a purpose-built campus, therapeutic approaches, outdoor learning, and sensory spaces—all designed to help every child reach their potential.
Your Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support teachers and staff in creating an inclusive, engaging learning environment
- Provide tailored assistance to pupils, helping them develop independence and confidence
- Work collaboratively with a team that values compassion, creativity, and positive behaviour strategies
What We’re Looking For
- Experience with SEN(D) in or out of an educational setting
- Understanding of EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans)
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive, patient, and empathetic approach
Benefits & Flexibility
- Part-Time Hours – ideal for work-life balance
- Flexible working patterns available
- Term-Time Only
- Competitive hourly rate + 12.07% holiday pay
- Free CPD-accredited training to boost your skills
- Supportive team and career development opportunities
✅ Ready to make a difference? Apply today and start your journey as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Weymouth!
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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