SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in Dorset Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding Ofsted-rated SEN school is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants to join their team. This rewarding role involves supporting students with Autism and complex needs, providing personalized assistance in a nurturing environment. You will collaborate with a dedicated SEN team, making a significant impact on young lives. If you are driven by a desire to help others and thrive in a supportive setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join us in creating a positive and inclusive educational experience for all students.

Benefits

Free accredited CPD courses

Ongoing support from Training and Development Team

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children or young people.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training within the last year.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils, teachers, and the wider school community.
• Make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.

Skills

Experience in education settings

Experience in healthcare or nursing

Experience in residential care

Supporting personal care needs

Using PECS

Using Makaton

Manual handling and de-escalation strategies

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSEs in English and Maths

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant Bournemouth, Dorset

Start Date: September 2025 (or ASAP)

Prospero Teaching are proud to be working with an Outstanding Ofsted-rated SEN school based in Bournemouth, who are seeking dedicated and passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team from September 2025 or sooner

This specialist provision supports young people aged 2-19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and other complex needs. The school promotes a therapeutic, inclusive, and vocationally rich approach, delivering highly personalised support either 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.

We Welcome Applications From Candidates With Experience In:

• Education settings
• Healthcare or nursing
• Residential care
• Supporting personal care needs
• Using PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)
• Using Makaton
• Manual handling and de-escalation strategies

Contract Details:

• Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Start Date: ASAP / January 2025
• Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
• Working Hours: 8:30am 4:00pm (Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours per week)
• Pay Rate: GBP85.10 GBP98.20 per day (depending on experience)

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.