Teaching Assistant - Permanent Position Available!

Reed; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Wimborne Minster is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11–16. The role involves assisting staff in delivering lessons, promoting wellbeing, and helping students achieve their targets. Ideal candidates should have strong teamwork skills and a positive approach towards young people's support. The position offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Training & Development

Perkbox Discounts

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Health & Wellbeing Support

Refer a Friend Bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to manage a range of behaviours, including those that challenge.
• A positive, creative approach to supporting young people.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff to deliver lessons and provide additional explanation where needed.
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing at all times.
• Help students meet and exceed their Education and Healthcare Plan targets.
• Encourage positive behaviour and adapt approaches to individual needs.
• Assist with group activities, fostering social interaction and friendships.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Literacy

Numeracy

ICT skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4 or equivalent)

Job description

Teaching Assistant Location: Cranborne, Dorset Hourly Rate: £12.37 - £13.49 Annual Salary: £22,102.72 - £24,103.93 (FTE £25,729.60 - £28,059.20) Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, term time only

We believe in giving young people aged 11–16 the tools and opportunities to create the lives they want for themselves. Through high-quality teaching, individual support, and integrated therapy, we help students with a range of needs, including Autism and associated conditions, thrive in a safe and caring environment.

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting learning and development, both in academic settings and vocational activities such as bushcraft, animal care, and life skills. Positive role modelling and flexibility are key to success in this role.

Key Duties

• Support teaching staff to deliver lessons and provide additional explanation where needed.
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing at all times.
• Help students meet and exceed their Education and Healthcare Plan targets.
• Encourage positive behaviour and adapt approaches to individual needs.
• Assist with group activities, fostering social interaction and friendships.

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to manage a range of behaviours, including those that challenge.
• A positive, creative approach to supporting young people.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4 or equivalent) preferred.

What’s on Offer

• Training & Development: Ongoing opportunities to grow your skills.
• Perkbox Discounts: Save on groceries, dining, gym memberships, and more.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enhanced annual leave, pension, sick pay, and life assurance.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: 24/7 GP access, health cash plan, and employee assistance programme.
• Refer a Friend Bonus: Earn £1,000!

Apply today and help shape brighter futures!