SEND Support Assistant (1:1) – Part-Time, Term-Time

Dorset Council; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

St John’s CE First School, part of Initio Learning Trust, is seeking a Teaching Assistant G5 to support pupils with SEND, including 1:1 work and small groups.

The role is part-time (25 hours/week, 39 weeks/year) on a temporary contract to 31 December 2026, with a start around 19 October 2026. Salary £15,360–£15,604 per annum (Grade 5).

Hours are 8:45am–2:15pm, 5 days per week; this is a UK-based post with safeguarding checks and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Ability to work 1:1 and in small groups.
• Commitment to an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils in small group activities and classroom routines.

Skills

1:1 support

SEND support

flexible team player

time management

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

St John’s CE First School, part of Initio Learning Trust, is seeking a Teaching Assistant G5 to support pupils with SEND, including 1:1 work and small groups.

The role is part-time (25 hours/week, 39 weeks/year) on a temporary contract to 31 December 2026, with a start around 19 October 2026. Salary £15,360–£15,604 per annum (Grade 5).

Hours are 8:45am–2:15pm, 5 days per week; this is a UK-based post with safeguarding checks and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team.