Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Location: Beaminster
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Salary: Dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Beaminster from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and enjoys supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to help students make progress, develop their confidence and engage positively with school life.

The Role

• Supporting students across KS3 and KS4 in the classroom

• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning

• Providing additional support to students who may require extra assistance

• Helping teachers prepare resources and deliver engaging activities

• Encouraging positive behaviour and maintaining a supportive learning environment

• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff

• Supporting students' academic, social and emotional development

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable

• A genuine interest in supporting students' education and development

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Patient, approachable and able to build positive relationships

• Confident working both independently and as part of a wider team

• Reliable, proactive and adaptable

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND would be advantageous

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive rates of pay

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

• Access to a wide range of education opportunities across Dorset

• Free CPD and professional development opportunities

• Potential for long-term and permanent positions

• Support throughout the registration and onboarding process

If you're a Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in Beaminster from September 2026, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Teaching Personnel for more information.

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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