Impactful SEN TA for SEMH/Autism — Poole

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Poole; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to support a mainstream school's specialist SEN unit in Poole (BH15). The role focuses on SEMH, ADHD and autism, helping pupils feel safe, understood and able to learn.

You’ll work alongside a supportive team, building relationships and using positive strategies to manage behaviour and emotions. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, starting after October Half Term, with an emphasis on consistency, adaptability and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN, SEMH, Autism, ADHD or challenging behaviour.
• SEN/SEMH experience desirable; experience in mainstream schools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils.
• Support children with SEMH, ADHD and Autism.
• Help pupils manage emotions, behaviour and social situations.
• Encourage engagement in learning and classroom activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support.
• Use positive and consistent behaviour strategies.
• Help develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other members of the support team.
• Celebrate progress, both big and small.

Skills

Patient

Resilient

Empathetic

Adaptable

Relationship-building

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to support a mainstream school's specialist SEN unit in Poole (BH15). The role focuses on SEMH, ADHD and autism, helping pupils feel safe, understood and able to learn.

You’ll work alongside a supportive team, building relationships and using positive strategies to manage behaviour and emotions. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, starting after October Half Term, with an emphasis on consistency, adaptability and