SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary)

Vision for Education; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency is seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant in Poole, UK. The role involves supporting secondary-aged students with special educational needs, fostering a positive learning environment, and collaborating with educators. Competitive salary, ongoing development, and a supportive workplace await those passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Competitive salary and benefits

Pension contributions

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs is preferred.
• Ability to foster positive relationships and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Assist students one-on-one and in small groups.
• Monitor and track student progress.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Patience

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or childcare

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Client:

Vision for Education

Location:

Poole, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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About the role

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary

Position: Full-Time, Permanent

An SEN school based in Poole is currently seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. The school caters for secondary aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including ASD. The school offers an academic and vocational specialist learning provision across KS3, KS4 and Post 16 aiming to reduce barriers to enable successful learning experiences and outcomes.

You will be required to work 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated learning experiences
• Assist students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Help create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating learning environment
• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to teachers

What We Offer:

• A supportive and dynamic working environment
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• The chance to work with a passionate team of educators
• Competitive salary and benefits package

What We’re Looking For:

• A compassionate and patient individual with a genuine interest in working with children with special educational needs
• Relevant experience or qualifications in education, childcare, or SEN support is preferable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• A positive attitude and a desire to make a difference

As part of our team, you benefit from:

· Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).

· Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).

· Social and networking events.

· Pension contributions.

· CPD to help with your professional development.

· Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.