Start a Career That Truly Matters A specialist education and residential provision in Dorset is seeking enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistants to join its growing team from September 2026, with flexibility for an earlier start where available. This is an exciting opportunity to support children and young people with autism and additional learning needs within a creative, therapeutic and highly personalised learning environment. This role goes far beyond classroom support. Every day brings fresh experiences, rewarding moments and opportunities to help young people build confidence, communication skills and independence. Supporting sensory and creative learning activities Assisting during outdoor education and community visits Helping pupils develop life and social skills Encouraging emotional regulation and wellbeing Supporting personalised educational programmes Assisting with cooking, communication and independence tasks Creating positive relationships that help pupils feel safe and understood Outstanding Learning Environment The provision offers exceptional specialist facilities designed to support holistic development and engagement. Dedicated therapy and sensory spaces Outdoor learning and recreational areas Sports and wellbeing facilities Specialist educational resources Creative arts and enrichment environments Spaces designed to support emotional regulation and personal growth Staff work closely alongside teachers, therapists and pastoral teams to ensure every pupil receives the encouragement and support they need to thrive. Who We Are Looking For Previous experience within SEND or care settings is welcomed but not essential, as full training and continuous support will be provided. Compassionate, patient and resilient Positive and encouraging in their approach Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team Motivated to make a meaningful difference Adaptable and willing to learn new skills Passionate about supporting young people to succeed Why Join This Team? Term-time working patterns supporting work-life balance Generous annual leave entitlement Funded training and recognised qualifications Excellent career development opportunities Supportive leadership and welcoming colleagues Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes A collaborative and rewarding workplace culture The chance to make a genuine impact every single day This is an exceptional opportunity for someone looking for a fulfilling role where every achievement, however small, is celebrated. You will join a passionate and dedicated team committed to helping young people feel valued, empowered and ready for the future. If you are ready to inspire confidence, encourage growth and support life-changing progress, we would love to hear from you. All appointments are subject to safeguarding and enhanced DBS checks. 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.