SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary education staffing agency is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Bournemouth. You will assist the class teacher, support small groups of children, and foster a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates are patient and have strong teamwork skills. This role offers competitive weekly pay, free online training, and term-time work, making it perfect for those looking to balance work and life commitments.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Access to free online training

Term-time only work

Qualifications

• Must be a UK resident.
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting is desirable.
• Proactive approach to working with children.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with daily classroom activities.
• Work with small groups of children to reinforce learning.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Kind and patient approach

Passion for supporting children's learning

Job description

Position: Part-Time Teaching Assistant
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Hours: 5 Mornings per Week (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-12:00pm)
Start Date:February 2026

Are you looking for a rewarding part-time role where you can make a real difference?
We're looking for a friendly and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Bournemouth. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys supporting children's learning in a small group setting and being a key part of the classroom team.

You'll work closely with the class teacher, helping to deliver engaging activities, providing extra support to groups of pupils, and ensuring every child feels confident and supported in their learning.

• Support the class teacher with daily classroom activities and preparation.

• Work with small groups of children to reinforce learning and build confidence.

• Create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

• Encourage participation and engagement during lessons.

• Provide feedback to the teacher on pupil progress and any areas for additional support.

• Must be a UK resident.

• Previous experience working within a school or educational setting is desirable.

• A kind, patient, and proactive approach to working with children.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Passionate about supporting children's learning and wellbeing.

• Part-time hours - ideal for work-life balance!

• Competitive weekly pay (paid every other Friday).

• Access to free online training and professional development.

• Term-time only work - enjoy the school holidays off!

• Easy-to-use app to manage your own diary and availability.

If you love the idea of helping children grow in confidence and enjoy working as part of a supportive school team, we'd love to hear from you!

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's 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. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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