Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – SEN College, Bournemouth

We are recruiting for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a residential SEN college in Bournemouth catering for young people aged 16–25 with Asperger's or high‑functioning autism. This is a full‑time, term‑time, temp‑to‑perm contract, starting ASAP.

The successful candidate will support pupils on a 1:1 and small‑group basis, helping them to achieve their individual learning plans. Many learners display challenging behaviour and mental health conditions, so the ideal candidate will be calm, empathetic and encouraging.

• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support to pupils with SEN, particularly those with autism or Asperger’s.
• Support learners to develop functional, vocational, academic and personal skills.
• Facilitate community‑living opportunities and other learning activities.
• Manage and support pupils who exhibit challenging behaviour and may have mental health issues.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement individual learning plans.

• Previous experience working in a school support position, ideally with pupils with SEN.
• Experience with autism or Asperger’s learners is desirable.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a calm and encouraging approach.

40 hours per week, term‑time only. Salary is £14.24 per hour on supply. After 12 weeks, the position becomes permanent with an annual salary of £22,674.64.

We are an equal opportunities employer.