SEN Teaching Assistant – Poole About the Role We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Poole. This is a full-time role supporting children and young people aged 4 to 18 with a wide range of diverse learning needs. You will play an important part in helping pupils access the curriculum, develop social and emotional skills, and build confidence in a safe and supportive setting. Experience working with children with additional needs is essential, as you will be expected to adapt to a variety of learning styles and challenges. Working closely with teachers and other professionals, you will contribute to creating a positive and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Why This School? This school is recognised for its inclusive ethos, strong sense of community and commitment to celebrating every achievement. The staff team works collaboratively to provide personalised support that allows pupils to reach their full potential both academically and personally. The school offers: A nurturing environment focused on individual needs. Innovative approaches to teaching and learning. A strong emphasis on developing life skills and independence. A supportive, team-oriented culture where staff feel valued. What We Are Looking For The successful candidate will bring: Experience of working with children with diverse needs. Patience, resilience and creativity in adapting learning. Strong communication and teamwork skills. A passion for supporting the progress and wellbeing of every child. Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel When you work with Teaching Personnel, you will benefit from: Competitive weekly pay. Free access to professional development and training courses. A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance. Flexible opportunities and pathways into long-term or permanent roles. The chance to build a rewarding and progressive career in education. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive environment and build a meaningful career with Teaching Personnel. 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.