Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistants – Multiple Full-Time Opportunities

Location: Dorchester
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Teaching Personnel are excited to be working in partnership with schools in Dorchester to recruit three full-time Teaching Assistants for immediate start. These are fantastic opportunities for supportive, proactive individuals looking to make a real impact across Key Stage 2 and lower Key Stage 3.

We are currently recruiting for the following roles:

Pastoral Teaching Assistant – KS2 Interventions

• Delivering targeted pastoral and behavioural interventions
• Supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs
• Working closely with pastoral leads and SEN staff
• Providing 1:1 and small group support to promote positive engagement

Ideal for someone with strong pastoral or SEMH experience.

HLTA – KS2 Support

• Leading small group interventions across KS2
• Supporting core subject learning
• Covering lessons where required
• Working collaboratively with class teachers to raise attainment

Perfect for an experienced TA ready to step into a Higher Level role.

✏️ General Teaching Assistant – KS2 & Lower KS3

• Supporting teaching and learning across KS2 and lower KS3
• Providing classroom, 1:1 and small group support
• Assisting with behaviour management and pupil wellbeing
• Promoting an inclusive and positive learning environment

Great for a flexible and adaptable TA happy to work across year groups.

The Ideal Candidates Will:

• Have experience working with children or young people
• Be proactive, reliable and adaptable
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (preferred) or be willing to apply through Teaching Personnel

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to CPD and specialist training opportunities
• Opportunities to secure longer-term or permanent roles
• Competitive rates of pay

If you are looking for a full-time Teaching Assistant role in Dorchester and are ready to start ASAP, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about these exciting opportunities with Teaching Personnel.

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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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