Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (RIG Unit – Primary School) Location: Bournemouth - BH10 Start Date: After May Half Term Contract: Full-Time, Until End of Academic Year (with potential to extend) We are seeking an experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our welcoming mainstream primary schools, working within a Resource/Intervention Group (RIG) unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) by providing tailored support in a structured and nurturing environment. The Role: As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who have a range of additional needs, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development. You will collaborate with the class teacher and SENCo to deliver targeted interventions and help create an inclusive and engaging learning experience. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN Assist in implementing individual education plans (IEPs) Support pupils with communication, behaviour, and emotional regulation Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment Work closely with teaching staff and external professionals where required The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (essential) A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills The ability to adapt to the individual needs of pupils A genuine passion for supporting children’s development and wellbeing What We Offer: A supportive and collaborative school environment Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ lives Potential for the role to be extended beyond the academic year Ongoing professional development opportunities If you are an enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this opportunity. 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.