Blandford Forum Supply Work | Part-Time - September 2026 Start | Potential for Earlier Opportunities £14.25 Per Hour Looking for Flexible SEN Work That Makes a Real Difference? Teaching Personnel is seeking experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to support a variety of specialist education provisions across the Blandford Forum area. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled support staff looking for flexible, part-time supply work within SEND and SEMH settings. We work with multiple specialist provisions in the local area, meaning successful applicants will have access to a variety of placements and working environments rather than being restricted to one setting. Whether you are looking for one day per week or several days of work, we have opportunities available to suit different levels of availability. About the Role This position is designed for professionals who are confident stepping into a classroom environment and making an immediate impact. As these are ad hoc cover assignments, we are specifically seeking individuals who can hit the ground running and quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff. Providing targeted support to pupils with additional learning needs Supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health challenges Encouraging participation in educational activities Assisting with behaviour regulation strategies Promoting independence and confidence Working alongside teachers and therapeutic professionals Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or within small learning groups Maintaining a calm, safe and positive learning environment Who We Are Looking For To be considered, applicants should have previous experience working within education, care, support work, youth services, residential settings or specialist provisions. Strong communication abilities Adaptability and resilience Professionalism and reliability Confidence supporting pupils with complex needs A proactive and solution-focused approach The ability to work effectively with minimal supervision Why Choose Teaching Personnel? Flexible working arrangements Access to a variety of SEND and SEMH provisions Competitive pay of £14.25 per hour Ongoing professional development opportunities Specialist SEND training courses Dedicated support from an experienced consultant Weekly pay Opportunities to gain experience across multiple settings Access to future long-term and permanent vacancies Apply Today If you are an experienced SEN professional seeking rewarding and flexible supply work within specialist education, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or call and ask for Himaya to discuss current opportunities across the Blandford Forum area. September 2026 start available, with opportunities to begin earlier for suitable candidates. 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.