SEN Teaching Assistants at Teacher

About the role

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to provide tailored support to pupils with additional needs across the TEACH Poole Multi‑Academy Trust.

Ad Astra Infant School, Haymoor Junior School, Canford Heath Infant School, Canford Heath Junior School.

Grade D (Points 5 – 6). Pro‑rata salary £25,584 – £25,989 per annum. Fixed‑term role linked to SEN funding, continuing until the pupil requires support.

Working hours and salary vary by school:

• Canford Heath Infant & Ad Astra Infant School: 28.75 hours/week (8:30 am – 3 pm with 45‑minute lunch); approximate annual salary £16,508.12 – 16,769.45.
• Canford Heath Junior & Haymoor Junior School: 30 hours/week (8:30 am – 3:15 pm with 45‑minute lunch); approximate annual salary £17,225.87 – 17,498.56.

Work closely with Head of Inclusion and SEND, as well as teaching staff, to implement pupils’ Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and deliver one‑on‑one or small‑group support to help them achieve their full potential. You may be assigned to any of the four schools; initially you will be placed at one of our TEACH schools, with the possibility to relocate to a school of your preference where available.

• Passion for inclusion and supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Strong desire to join a lively, friendly and dedicated school team.
• Ability to work in a supportive, learning environment.
• Bring energy, positivity and a can‑do attitude to overcome obstacles.
• Preparedness to go above and beyond.
• Resilience and stamina to meet the demands of SEN support.

• Friendly and supportive staff network.
• Rights‑respecting environment with high expectations of behaviour.
• Superb opportunities for specialist training and career development within the Trust.
• Comprehensive induction and support for gaining a qualification for suitable candidates.
• Long Service Awards.
• Proactive approach to staff well‑being, work‑life balance and the ability to take time off during term time.
• Beautiful school grounds and welcoming learning environments.

Personal information provided by candidates will be securely filed electronically and password protected, with paper copies locked in filing cabinets in a locked office. They will not be released to third parties outside the school without the consent of the person concerned, except where there is a legal requirement to do so. If the application does not proceed, the data will be securely disposed of after six months.

Any concerns regarding data gathered in the recruitment process should be directed to the Data Manager – Hayley Hemmings at  These schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous checks will be undertaken of the successful applicant’s background credentials including an enhanced DBS check.

Online searches will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. Suitability to work with children will be explored at interview.