Teaching Assistant (TA) – Driver Preferred

Location: Christchurch (BH23) & Surrounding Areas
Salary: £85–£100 per day (dependent on experience and role)
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Flexible Supply Opportunities
Start Date: Immediate and Ongoing Opportunities Available

Join Teaching Personnel – Supporting Schools Across Christchurch

Teaching Personnel is recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in a variety of primary and secondary schools across Christchurch (BH23), Bournemouth, Highcliffe, New Milton and surrounding areas.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), SEN Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Care Worker, or a graduate looking to gain classroom experience, we have a range of rewarding opportunities available.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils both academically and emotionally, helping them to achieve their full potential in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Providing 1:1 support and small group interventions.
• Working with pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language Needs, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Assisting with classroom management and promoting positive behaviour.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and academic development.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Adapting to different school settings and year groups where required.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience within education, care, youth work, coaching, support work or childcare is advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred due to the location of some schools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, positive and proactive attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one through Teaching Personnel.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Flexible work to fit around your commitments.
• Opportunities for long-term, short-term and permanent roles.
• Access to free CPD and professional development courses.
• Dedicated support from a specialist Education Consultant.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across a range of local schools.
• Potential pathways into teacher training and education careers.

Ideal For:

• Teaching Assistants (TA)
• Learning Support Assistants (LSA)
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Graduates seeking classroom experience
• Youth Workers
• Care and Support Workers
• Sports Coaches
• Nursery Practitioners
• Individuals looking to start a career in education

Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and make a positive difference in schools across Christchurch and the surrounding areas.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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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