SEND Teaching Assistant 1:1 (Level 2) 32.5 hours - Baden-Powell & St Peter’s CE Junior School

BCP Council; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Baden-Powell & St Peter’s CE Junior School in Poole, United Kingdom, is seeking a compassionate 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join during term time. The role is 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8.30am – 3.30pm), with a fixed-term contract until August 2027 through Coastal Learning Partnership.

The actual salary is £19,877 rising to £20,192 per annum, pro rata, and the post requires GCSEs and NVQ Level 2.

Qualifications

• English and Maths GCSE grade C or above.
• NVQ Level 2 qualification for teaching assistants or equivalent.
• Previous SEND experience desirable but not essential.
• Good communication skills and ability to motivate pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 SEND support to nominated pupil.
• Promote high standards of behaviour and learning.
• Work within an inclusive school with a supportive team.
• Contribute to pupil progress and confidence.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Inter-personal skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Job description

# SEND Teaching Assistant 1:1 (Level 2) 32.5 hours - Baden-Powell & St Peter’s CE Junior School## Job IntroductionBaden-Powell and St Peter's CE Junior School Website Coastal Learning Partnership Website**SEND Teaching Assistant 1:1 (Level 2)****Baden-Powell & St Peter’s CE Junior School****Term time, 39 working weeks****32.5 hours, Monday-Friday (8.30am – 3.30pm)****Actual Salary: £19,877 rising to £20,192 per annum, pro rata****Grade** **D SCP 5-6****Starting December 2026, Fixed term to August 2027*****Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart.*** **Baden-Powell & St. Peter’s CE Junior School** is a popular, oversubscribed school with a proud and positive reputation at the heart of its community. Our children are motivated, caring and eager to achieve their best, supported by a dedicated team within a vibrant and inclusive learning environment. Guided by our Christian vision, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart,” we nurture strong relationships, high expectations and a shared commitment to helping every child flourish. We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated and enthusiastic 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive school community, where you’ll be valued and encouraged to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with SEND. We are looking for a candidate who has the ability to motivate and encourage; who is enthusiastic, responsible and enjoys working with children. They should have good inter-personal skills and a desire to support pupils with their learning, promote high standards of behaviour and believe that all children can succeed. Previous experience working with SEND children is desirable but not essential. The post holder must have English and Maths GCSE grade C or above and an NVQ level 2 qualification for teaching assistants or equivalent. We would love to hear from you if you:• Have experience of working in a school setting.• Are keen to work in a supportive, learning environment • Work well in a team • Are able to bring energy and enthusiasm to the role • Have good communication skills We can offer: • The opportunity to work alongside a dedicated and friendly team• A welcoming school with enthusiastic children who are keen to learn• An attractive and well-resourced school• Excellent professional development opportunities For more information about the role please contact the school Inclusion Lead, Jenni Paterson, on 01202 743280.**Applicants**: Please apply via the recruitment portal: https://ce0218li.webitrent.com/ce0218li\\_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=412363jAbb&VACANCY\\_ID=7344547Mf1 **Closing Date:** Midnight, Sunday 22 November 2026 **Interviews:** Tuesday 24 November 2026 **In accordance with our safer recruitment practices, CVs will not be accepted.** *Coastal Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.**The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate that they meet the essential elements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, and Enhanced DBS check, Child Barred List check and satisfactory references. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. Applicants are advised that it is an offense to apply for the role if they are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.*CLP is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants who meet the person specification will receive equal consideration for employment. We value the fact that our schools are very different, as are our colleagues within them. Our culture is one in which colleagues serve and inspire each other in the spirit of professional generosity; colleagues are empowered to be themselves and to be their best. At CLP, everyone is welcome and encouraged to achieve and be heard.**#LI-DNI**### Attached documents* CLP Benefits 2026.pdf* BPSP TA L2 Job Description 32.5 hrs Fixed.pdf+− OpenStreetMap contributors### SEND Teaching Assistant 1:1 (Level 2) 32.5 hours - Baden-Powell & St Peter’s CE Junior School* **Salary** Actual Salary: £19,877 rising to £20,192 per annum, pro rata* **Frequency** Annual* **Dynamics Position No. and Role Profile Code** BPSP/153/4026* **Contract Type** Fixed Term* **Closing Date** 22 November, 2026* **Job Category** School Support Staff* **Business Unit** External* **Location** Poole, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 11 November, 2026