Teaching Assistant

Pastoral Support Assistant (KS2 & KS3)
Location: Dorchester
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: After February half term

Teaching Personnel are working closely with schools in Dorchester to recruit a dedicated Pastoral Support Assistant for a full-time position starting after February half term.

This role will involve providing pastoral cover across Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing, behaviour and engagement with learning.

The Role:

• Full-time pastoral support, Monday to Friday
• Working across KS2 and KS3
• Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Delivering 1:1 and small group pastoral interventions
• Promoting positive behaviour and attendance
• Working closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral leads

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous pastoral experience is essential
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
• Calm, resilient and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Happy to commute to Dorchester
• DBS on the Update Service preferred, or willing to apply through Teaching Personnel

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to CPD and pastoral-focused training
• Opportunity to work within supportive school teams
• Competitive rates of pay

If you have strong pastoral experience and are looking for a full-time opportunity in Dorchester starting after February half term, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to speak with Teaching Personnel and find out more about this rewarding role.

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.
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