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Teaching Assistant

  1. Primary SEN Support
  2. Bournemouth
Date posted : 03/12/25
  1. Part Time
£80 - 90 per day

Job description

Six Part-time Vacancies Available

This specialist primary campus supports children aged 5 to 12 with a range of SEN needs, including communication challenges, social–emotional difficulties and complex learning needs.

The environment is warm, structured and nurturing, with a strong focus on personalised support and helping each child develop confidence, independence and key life skills.

The school is widely respected for its dedicated staff team, child-centred ethos and commitment to creating meaningful progress for every learner.


About the Roles

We are seeking six part-time SEN Teaching Assistants to join the team, supporting pupils across small classes and specialist learning spaces. Although part-time vacancies are available, the roles follow a full-time school day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 and group support for pupils with SEN

  • Assist teachers with structured learning and adapted activities

  • Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour

  • Promote communication, independence and social development

  • Contribute to a safe, calm and supportive classroom environment

  • Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists and pastoral teams


Essential Experience

Applicants must have:

  • A minimum of 6 months childcare experience, ideally within SEN settings

  • An understanding of supporting children with additional needs

  • A patient, empathetic and proactive approach

  • A genuine passion for helping young learners thrive


Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

  • Competitive weekly pay and pension contributions

  • Support from a dedicated consultant who understands SEN environments

  • Access to high-quality CPD, including SEN and behaviour training

  • Easy-to-use online portal for timesheets and training

  • Opportunities for long-term progression and future school-based roles

  • A friendly, supportive agency focused on your wellbeing


Safeguarding

All posts require an enhanced DBS check and full safeguarding clearance. Applicants must be committed to promoting the safety and wellbeing of children.

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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