Permanent Teaching Assistant

Specialist SEMH School | Cranborne, Dorset

Teaching Personnel are pleased to be supporting a specialist SEMH school in Cranborne with the appointment of a permanent Teaching Assistant.

This could be an excellent opportunity for someone looking to establish a long-term career within SEN and specialist education.

The school works with pupils aged 11–16, many of whom require a highly individualised approach to learning and behaviour. Staff work as a close-knit team to create a structured environment where pupils can feel safe, supported and able to achieve.

Your role

Working alongside teaching and pastoral colleagues, you will support pupils throughout their school day.

This could include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support
• Supporting students with SEMH needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Assisting with lessons and activities
• Supporting pupils to develop independence
• Helping students overcome barriers to learning
• Contributing to individual support strategies

Could this be you?

The school is looking for someone who is passionate about working with young people and keen to develop their career within specialist education.

Previous experience in SEN, SEMH, teaching, youth work, residential care, sports coaching or behaviour support would be beneficial.

Most importantly, you'll need to demonstrate patience, empathy, resilience and the ability to establish positive boundaries.

Driving is essential as the school is located in a rural part of Cranborne with no public transport.

Why consider a permanent position here?

A permanent role offers the opportunity to become a familiar and trusted member of the school community, build long-term relationships with pupils and develop your knowledge of specialist education.

You'll also have the opportunity to develop professionally within a supportive environment.

Full-Time | Permanent | Cranborne, Dorset

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to work somewhere you can genuinely make a difference, Teaching Personnel would love to hear from you.

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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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