Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support (KS1)

Bridport | ️ Start: September 2025 | Term-Time Only | ⏰ Full-Time | £85–£95/day
Apply to: Beth Maxwell at Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs in a primary school setting? Do you have the patience, resilience, and creativity to make a real difference in a young learner’s journey?

A welcoming and nurturing primary school in Bridport is looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a KS1 pupil with additional needs, starting in September 2025.

The Role:

• Full-time position (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm), term-time only
• Provide tailored, 1:1 support to a KS1 child with communication and social interaction difficulties
• Implement structured routines, visual supports, and sensory strategies under guidance of SENCO & class teacher
• Build a strong, trusting relationship to support emotional regulation and learning
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and external specialists

✅ The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children with SEN (particularly Autism, SLCN or SEMH)
• A calm, consistent and empathetic approach to behaviour
• Strong communication skills and a team mindset
• Relevant TA qualification or background in education/social care (desirable but not essential)
• A current enhanced child workforce DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply)

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay between £85–£95/day
• Ongoing support from your personal consultant, Beth Maxwell
• FREE CPD courses in Autism Awareness, Team Teach, Safeguarding and more
• Potential for long-term or permanent placement within the school

“This is a truly rewarding opportunity to support a child from the very start of their school journey. If you’re calm, creative and genuinely motivated by helping young learners thrive—this could be the perfect role for you.” – Beth Maxwell, TP Consultant for Dorset Primary Schools

Apply Today!

To apply or learn more, email your CV to Beth Maxwell or call Teaching Personnel’s Dorset Primary Team on 01202 297744.

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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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