Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is seeking experienced Teaching Assistants to support young adults with high-functioning Autism and mental health needs at a college in Wimborne. This role involves providing tailored 1:1 and small group support to enhance academic and social development in a nurturing environment. Applicants should possess a calm approach and experience in managing behaviour, ensuring each student's needs are met in both short-term and long-term assignments.

Benefits

Ongoing support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students with Autism, anxiety, or mental health needs is essential.
• A calm, patient, and compassionate approach with a strong ability to build relationships.
• Experience in behaviour management and understanding of trauma-informed practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Support students with social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with the teaching team to create a positive inclusive environment.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Emotional Regulation

Social Interaction

Independent Learning

Relationship Building

Job description

Experienced Teaching Assistants Needed - SEN College in Wimborne
Location: Wimborne, Dorset
Age Range: 16-26 (High-functioning ASC, Anxiety & Mental Health Needs)
Role Type: Short-Term & Long-Term Positions Available

Teaching Personnel, an education-based agency specializing in supporting SEN schools and colleges, is working closely with a college in Wimborne that caters to young adults aged 16-26 with high-functioning Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), high anxiety, and mental health needs. We are currently looking for experienced Teaching Assistants to fill a range of short-term and long-term roles to support these pupils in their learning journey.

This college offers a nurturing environment for young adults who need tailored support to thrive academically and socially. The college prides itself on providing a holistic approach to education, ensuring that each student's mental health, wellbeing, and academic goals are supported.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students, helping them access the curriculum

• Support students with social interaction, emotional regulation, and independent learning

• Assist with behaviour management and help students build confidence and self-esteem

• Work closely with the teaching team to create a positive, inclusive learning environment

• Adapt to both short-term and long-term assignments, depending on the needs of the college

• Experience in supporting students with Autism, anxiety, or mental health needs is essential

• A calm, patient, and compassionate approach with a strong ability to build relationships with young adults

• Experience in behaviour management and an understanding of trauma-informed practice

• A proactive attitude and the ability to adapt to different environments and student needs

• Availability to work across both short-term and long-term placements

• Ongoing support from our experienced consultants

• A variety of