Teaching Assistant
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Start Date: Immediate / Flexible
Teaching Assistant – Team Teach Trained Required
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional behavioural needs?
Do you hold Team Teach training and thrive in a challenging yet rewarding educational environment?
If so, this Teaching Assistant opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.
A Primary PRU School in Bournemouth is currently seeking a committed, resilient and Team Teach–trained Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team and support pupils with complex behavioural and emotional needs.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant within this PRU setting, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils aged 4–11 years who present with a range of SEN and behavioural difficulties. A calm, patient and proactive approach is essential, as is the ability to apply Team Teach strategies to safely manage and de‑escalate challenging situations.
Pupils may have diagnoses including:
* ADHD / ADD
* Autism Spectrum Conditions
* Conduct Disorder
* Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
* Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
* Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties
The school offers excellent facilities, including sensory rooms and calming spaces, specifically designed to support emotional regulation and wellbeing. The ethos of the school is centred on safeguarding, trust and positive relationships, ensuring every child feels safe, supported and empowered to build confidence and resilience.
Who We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will:
* Have a dedicated, resilient and patient approach to supporting young people
* Hold valid Team Teach training (essential)
* Have experience supporting SEMH or mental health needs, either within or outside of an educational setting
* Demonstrate a strong understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
* Be confident in de‑escalating challenging behaviour calmly, safely and effectively
Working Hours & Benefits
* Full‑time position
* Monday to Friday
* Term‑time only
* Holiday pay included
* Access to 10+ FREE CPD training courses, with many additional courses available at a generous discount
Make a Real Difference
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and skilled team, utilise your Team Teach training, and positively impact the lives of children with additional needs. You’ll be working in an environment that values professional development and prioritises the wellbeing and success of every pupil.
Apply today and help create a safe, positive learning environment where every child can thrive.
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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.
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