Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated specialist school in Poole is seeking a Full-Time SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs such as SEMH, ASC, and ADHD. The role, starting in September, involves both 1:1 and small group work, providing meaningful support and fostering children's development. This temp-to-perm opportunity offers excellent training and progression.

Benefits

Excellent training and CPD opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Warm, inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children with SEND.
• Calm, resilient, patient attitude.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Support social, emotional, and educational development of pupils.
• Implement individual learning plans and regulate behaviour.
• Provide reassurance and consistency throughout the school day.

Skills

Behaviour management strategies

Emotional regulation techniques

Collaboration with staff and parents

Education

Graduate in Psychology or related field

Job description

Full-Time SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary (Poole) | September Start | Temp to Perm Salary: £90-£100 per day Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Do you have experience in a SEND setting or a background in psychology and are ready to make a meaningful impact in a child’s education? A dedicated and nurturing SEND primary school in Poole is currently seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team from September. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, offering long-term development and progression for the right candidate. About the School: Our school is a specialist setting for children aged 4–11 with a range of additional needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition), and ADHD. The school provides a structured, safe, and stimulating environment where every child is supported to achieve their full potential. With small class sizes, tailored interventions, and a strong staff team, this is a school where both pupils and staff thrive. The Role: As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting the social, emotional, and educational development of pupils, working either 1:1 or in small groups. You'll help to implement individual learning plans, regulate behaviour, and provide consistency and reassurance throughout the school day. This is a challenging but incredibly rewarding role, ideal for someone who wants to build strong relationships, offer meaningful support, and grow within a specialist education setting. Ideal Candidate: We are looking for someone who: Has previous experience working with primary-aged children with SEND, particularly those with SEMH, ASC, and ADHD OR is a graduate in Psychology or a related field seeking hands-on experience in education or therapeutic environments Is calm, resilient, and patient, with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children Has a strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation techniques Can work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and parents to deliver consistent support What We Offer: A warm, inclusive, and well-resourced school environment Excellent training and CPD opportunities to develop your career The opportunity to move from a temporary to a permanent position A supportive leadership team who value staff wellbeing Real job satisfaction from making a visible difference every day If you’re committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning and are ready to be part of a dedicated and passionate team, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a short covering statement highlighting your experience and motivation for working in SEND. INDDEV

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Alex Holt on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001.

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This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Alex Holt

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 6001