1-1 SEND Teaching Assistant: Empower Curious Learners

Ferndown First School; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferndown First School is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND during term-time. The role runs 32.5 hours per week, 8.15am–3.15pm, Monday to Friday, on a permanent, term-time contract.

The salary shown reflects part-time, term-time working and includes duties supporting learners with additional needs. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, the SENCO and families to help pupils access learning, develop independence and build confidence for school and

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, especially those with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Patient, caring and resilient with strong relationships.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to pupils' needs.
• Positive team player with excellent communication and collaborative approach.
• Committed to inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups, helping them engage with learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Deliver planned learning activities and personalised support programmes alongside the teacher and SENCO.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued and understood.
• Use a calm, consistent and relational approach to support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Encourage independence, resilience, confidence and self-esteem in every pupil.
• Monitor progress and share observations to support effective planning and next steps in learning.
• Support pupils with personal care needs where required, always maintaining dignity, respect and compassion.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Team player

Relational approach

Job description

Ferndown First School is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND during term-time. The role runs 32.5 hours per week, 8.15am–3.15pm, Monday to Friday, on a permanent, term-time contract.

The salary shown reflects part-time, term-time working and includes duties supporting learners with additional needs. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, the SENCO and families to help pupils access learning, develop independence and build confidence for school and