SEN Teaching Assistant
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs?
A remarkable specialist school in Poole is looking for SEN Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated team from September 2025, with the potential to start earlier for the right candidate.
This flexible role is open to both full-time and part-time applicants and offers a deeply rewarding opportunity to support students aged 2 to 18 with a range of profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities, and sensory needs.
About the Role:
You will support pupils across various age groups in a nurturing, therapeutic, and inclusive environment.
Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families, your role will focus on helping students access learning and build independence in a setting tailored to their needs.
Why This School?
This is an exceptional school known for its holistic and child-centred approach.
The environment is calm, well-resourced, and designed specifically to support learners with complex needs. Staff here are dedicated, highly skilled, and work collaboratively to ensure that every pupil feels safe, understood, and empowered.
From sensory integration to communication development, every achievement—no matter how small—is celebrated.
What We’re Looking For:
A patient, compassionate, and flexible attitude
Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, PMLD, or physical needs
Willingness to provide personal care (training provided)
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
A genuine desire to help young people thrive
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
As the UK’s leading education agency, we offer:
A dedicated consultant with specialist SEN knowledge
Weekly pay through PAYE
Access to accredited CPD and ongoing training
Flexible work patterns to suit your availability
£50 referral bonus for recommending educators
Apply today and take the next step in your career supporting truly inspirational young learners.
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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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