SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Wareham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the education sector is seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team. The role involves supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs in a therapeutic environment. Candidates should possess a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification, along with a year of relevant experience. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Free, accredited CPD courses including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management

Ongoing support from in-house Training and Development Team

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children or young people.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training (within the last year).
• Enhanced Child DBS (on the Update Service or willing to apply).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Assist teachers and the wider school community.
• Deliver personalized support in a therapeutic setting.

Skills

Mental health support

Youth work

Personal care support

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSEs in English and Maths

Job description

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SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: September 2025 (or ASAP)

Prospero Teaching are proud to be working with a well-established Alternative Provision based in Lytchett Minster, who are seeking dedicated and passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team from September 2025 or sooner.

This specialist setting supports young people aged 516 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), and medical needs. The provision offers a therapeutic and person-centred approach, delivering highly individualised support in small groups or on a 1:1 basis.

About the Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting pupils, teachers, and the wider school community. This is a rewarding and varied position offering the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people who face barriers to learning.

We Welcome Applications From Candidates With Experience In:

• Education settings
• Mental health or healthcare support
• Youth work or residential care
• Supporting personal care or medical needs
• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Start Date: ASAP / September 2025
• Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
• Working Hours: 8:30am 4:00pm (Monday to Friday, hours per week)

Requirements:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent (preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children or young people
• GCSEs in English and Maths
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training (within the last year)
• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced Child DBS (on the Update Service or willing to apply)
• Two professional, child-related references

What We Offer:

• Free, accredited CPD courses including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
• Ongoing support from our in-house Training and Development Team
• A supportive school environment with a collaborative, experienced SEN team

If you’re passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and are looking for a challenging but deeply rewarding role, wed love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your up-to-date CV. Please note: only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.