Teaching Assistant
Job description
Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive primary/secondary school (adjust depending on setting) in Bournemouth this September.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and learning challenges. You’ll help create a positive learning environment where every child feels safe, valued, and supported.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with special educational needs.
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Assist with implementing individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.
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Support children’s emotional, social, and educational development.
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Help adapt learning materials and classroom activities to meet individual needs.
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Foster a nurturing, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience working with children with special educational needs (preferred but not essential).
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A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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A relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) is desirable.
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A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils.
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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