Teaching Assistant - SEN

Teaching Assistant

Location: Beaminster, Dorset

Salary: £13.75 an hour

Contract: Full Time, Part Time, Flexible

Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

SEN Teaching Assistants – Opportunities via Teaching Personnel

Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs?

If you answered yes, then this job opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant may be for you!

You will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers in providing the best support possible to students ranging in the ages 2-19 years old, with various Special Educational Needs such as:

• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Complex medical needs
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Visual Impairment (VI)
• Hearing Impairment (HI)
• Physical Disabilities (PD)

This community special school located in Beaminster is dedicated to supporting children and young people, all of which have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). They offer modern, well‑resourced environment featuring a hydrotherapy pool, sensory room and garden, soft play area, emotional support spaces, and well‑designed outdoor learning areas. These facilities, combined with specialist therapies and highly trained staff, create an inclusive setting focused on communication, independence, and life skills.

• SEN(D) experience in or out of an educational setting
• A patient, resilient, and innovative professional with a caring nature and a compassionate commitment to supporting children
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of non‑verbal communication techniques

• Full Time, Part Time and Flexible applicants will be considered for this role
• Monday-Friday
• Term Time Only
• Holiday Pay
• Access to CPD accredited training courses

Teaching Personnel is a specialist education recruitment agency, working with a variety of SEN(D) schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.

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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