Thinking About a Career Change? Step Into Education! ✨

Are you considering a career change and looking for something truly rewarding? Do you have experience working with children or supporting others and want to make a real difference every day?

We are currently seeking passionate, committed and experienced Teaching Assistants to work in a range of welcoming and supportive mainstream primary schools across Dorset.

Whether you’re looking for part-time flexibility or a full-time role, we have opportunities to suit your availability and career goals.

The Role:

Supporting pupils 1:1, in small groups, or within the classroom
Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
Helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

We’re Looking For:

Experience working with children (in schools or transferable settings)
A proactive, adaptable and positive attitude
Strong communication skills
A genuine passion for supporting young learners

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals from backgrounds such as childcare, youth work, coaching, care, or other people-focused roles who are ready to bring their skills into education.

If you’re ready to take the next step and build a fulfilling career in education within Dorset, we’d love to hear from you.

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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