About the role
SEN Teaching Assistant
1. Position Type: Full-time, temporary and permanent roles available
2. Location: Blandford Forum
3. Start Date: ASAP
The School and Role
A welcoming and inclusive Special Educational Needs (SEN) School located in Blandford Forum is currently seeking enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated team. This school provides tailored education and support for pupils with a range of special educational needs, including learning difficulties, communication challenges, autism spectrum conditions, and sensory impairments.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with diverse needs to access their education and reach their full potential. You will work closely with class teachers and specialists to deliver tailored support to students across various age groups.
Key responsibilities include:
4. Aiding in the implementation of tailored learning activities tailored to each student’s unique needs
5. Supporting students’ communication skills, social interactions, and emotional growth
6. Applying behaviour management strategies to encourage inclusion and foster positive conduct
7. Offering 1-1 or small group assistance to help students address and overcome learning obstacles
8. Assisting with daily routines, sensory-based activities, and therapeutic interventions as required
9. Observing and tracking student progress, documenting developments to inform future support strategies
10. Working closely with colleagues, parents, and external specialists to deliver consistent and effective support
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will be compassionate, patient, and adaptable, with a genuine passion for working with children and young people with SEN. Previous experience working with SEN pupils, in educational settings, or in support roles is desirable but not essential. A positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a flexible approach are essential qualities for success in this role.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with special educational needs, within a supportive and nurturing environment.
What we offer
As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:
· Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
· Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
· Social and networking events.
· Pension contributions.
· CPD to help with your professional development.
· Access to a dedicated consultant.
About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2025.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.