SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant — Nurture & Support Learning

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil at a mainstream primary school in Kinson, starting after October Half Term. The role involves 1:1 support, adapting to needs, and working with the class teacher and SENCO.

Ideal candidates are patient and empathetic, with strong communication and resilience, and a genuine passion for helping children with additional needs. This is a full-time, on-site position in BH10 with a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Patience, nurturing and empathetic approach required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with children with SEN is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the child.
• Support learning, communication, emotional wellbeing and development.
• Encourage independence and confidence.
• Help the pupil engage with classroom activities and the wider school environment.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team.
• Adapt approach to meet individual needs of the pupil.
• Promote positive behaviour and create a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Nurturing

Empathy

1:1 support

Team player

SEN experience

Job description

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil at a mainstream primary school in Kinson, starting after October Half Term. The role involves 1:1 support, adapting to needs, and working with the class teacher and SENCO.

Ideal candidates are patient and empathetic, with strong communication and resilience, and a genuine passion for helping children with additional needs. This is a full-time, on-site position in BH10 with a supportive school community.