SEN Teaching Assistant — Inspire Growth & Inclusion

Teaching Personnel; Merley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support children across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch. Start ASAP with flexible full‑time or part‑time placements in mainstream primary schools.

You’ll provide 1:1 or small‑group support, help pupils engage with lessons, and assist with communication, social and emotional needs while building positive relationships with staff and pupils.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN.
• Transferable experience from childcare, care work, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching or similar environments.
• Previous SEN experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs.
• Work with small groups to support learning and development.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and classroom activities.
• Support children with communication, social and emotional needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help pupils manage challenges.
• Build trusting, supportive relationships with pupils.
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs and other school staff.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Compassionate

Adaptable

Reliable

Inclusive education

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support children across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch. Start ASAP with flexible full‑time or part‑time placements in mainstream primary schools.

You’ll provide 1:1 or small‑group support, help pupils engage with lessons, and assist with communication, social and emotional needs while building positive relationships with staff and pupils.