Flexible Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a Flexible Teaching Assistant to support students facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on young lives by providing personalized assistance in a nurturing school environment. With flexible working patterns and the chance to engage in continuous professional development, this position is perfect for individuals passionate about helping vulnerable learners thrive. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering a love for learning and building strong relationships that promote trust and progress.

Benefits

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated consultant for guidance and support

Competitive weekly pay through PAYE

Experience in dynamic school environments

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN and SEMH needs is essential.
• Qualifications in education or related fields are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Adaptability

Experience in Education

Youth Work

Care Experience

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Education

Job description

Flexible Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Poole

Support. Encourage. Transform.

About the Role

A secondary school in Poole is offering a flexible and fulfilling opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.

This position supports students aged 11 to 16 who experience social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges, including anxiety, depression, and attachment or detachment disorders.

The role is available on both a part-time and full-time basis.

The School Environment

This nurturing and inclusive school provides a stable, welcoming setting for students who have struggled in mainstream education.

Staff are committed to helping pupils build confidence, regulate emotions, and rediscover a love for learning.

The school encourages consistent routines and strong relationships to promote trust and progress.

What You Will Do

As a Flexible Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside skilled educators to deliver personalised support.

Your role will involve one-to-one and small group assistance, promoting engagement and emotional wellbeing, and encouraging positive behaviour throughout the day.

Flexibility is key, as your support may shift based on student and classroom needs.

Who We're Looking For

This role is ideal for those with experience in education, youth work, or care—particularly individuals passionate about supporting children with SEN and SEMH needs. Empathy, patience, and adaptability are essential traits for success in this role.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel offers a wide range of benefits to educators, including:

• Access to regular CPD and training opportunities
• A dedicated consultant offering guidance and career support
• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
• Experience in dynamic and specialist school environments
• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle

Apply Now

If you're ready to support vulnerable learners and help them achieve their full potential, we encourage you to apply. Your next meaningful opportunity in education starts here.

All applicants will require appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs 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, with the possibility of becoming permanent later.

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,' which may 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 this training.