Special Needs Support Worker
Listed on 2026-09-24
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Assistant, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Hours:8.45am to 3.45pm – 5 days per week
Are you a patient, compassionate, and dedicated individual passionate about supporting children with
Special Needs?
GSL Education
are seeking a committed
Teaching Assistant
to join a welcoming and inclusive school community in
Poole
, starting
ASAP.
As a
Teaching Assistant
, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with severe and complex needs, including
communication difficulties, sensory processing challenges, physical disabilities, mobility issues, complex needs and other associated needs
. You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and support staff to help pupils access learning, develop independence, and feel confident within the school environment. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in
autism support, SEN, care, or behavioural support
.
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex needs.
- Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction.
- Assist in implementing EHCP targets, behaviour plans, and individual support strategies.
- Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals.
- Promote pupils’ independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
- Follow care plans, safeguarding procedures, and school policies at all times.
- Previous experience working with children or young people with autism or SEN is desirable.
- A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A positive, flexible, and proactive attitude.
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with
two relevant references
from within the last 2 years. - Have an enhanced
DBS registered to the update service
or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
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