SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | Poole | Immediate Start

Make an Impact That Matters
We are seeking a caring, resilient and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Poole.

This is a full-time opportunity supporting young people aged 10 to 16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to grow in confidence, manage challenges and re-engage with learning in a meaningful way.

Role Details
• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• 8.30am to 4pm
• Immediate start available
• Supporting students aged 10–16
• Working closely with teachers to provide emotional, academic and behavioural support

About the Setting
This school is widely recognised for its nurturing and person-centred approach. Staff work collaboratively to create a safe, calm and encouraging environment where young people feel listened to, understood and supported.

With a focus on building trusting relationships and removing barriers to learning, the school helps students to make progress socially, emotionally and academically.

What We’re Looking For
To succeed in this role, you will need:
• Minimum 6 months’ childcare experience, ideally supporting young people with SEN/SEMH needs
• A patient, proactive and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to remain calm and positive in challenging situations
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to school location

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?
Working with Teaching Personnel means being part of the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, offering:
• Competitive weekly pay, paid directly into your bank
• Access to free and subsidised specialist CPD and training
• A dedicated consultant to guide and support you
• A wide network of SEN and alternative provision settings
• Opportunities to develop your career in meaningful education roles

Apply Today
If you’re passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and want a role where every day makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join Teaching Personnel and help shape brighter futures—one student at a time.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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