Become a Vital Member of Our Team as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Bournemouth Job Title: Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Bournemouth Salary: £12.82 per hour Start: Immediately Contract: Term-time only Are you a newly qualified teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your teaching career? GSL Education Bournemouth Branch are excited to announce that a vibrant local mainstream primary school is seeking a talented Social, Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant in Bournemouth to join their dedicated team, providing essential support to special educational needs (SEN) students. If you have the relevant experience and are ready for a fulfilling new role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you About the School: This is a friendly and welcoming school where young children can grow and learn together. It emphasises mainly Christian values, helping to build a strong community feel. With a team of caring teachers, students participate in fun and interesting lessons that support their learning and personal growth, making sure they can reach their full potential in a nurturing setting. About the role: As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students with diverse learning needs by planning and delivering small group interventions tailored to their requirements. The ideal candidate will be proactive and confident in managing behaviour, fostering student engagement, and promoting an inclusive environment where all pupils feel supported and cared for. Responsibilities of the Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant: Provide individualised support and guidance to students, promoting their academic and personal development. Collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to create comprehensive support plans for pupils with SEN. Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and carers, promoting effective communication and collaboration. Being proactive and adaptable, considering the needs of the individual and tailoring support and strategies accordingly. Requirements of the Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant: Previous experience working with students with SEN. Strong understanding of different SEN and effective strategies for supporting students, including behaviour management strategies. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents/carers. Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one). Benefits: Competitive Pay: Earn between £12.82 per hour. Immediate Start: Begin teaching straight away in a supportive and dynamic school environment. Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and career growth. Cultural Engagement: Teach languages in a way that fosters global understanding and communication. Positive School Culture: Work in a school that promotes collaboration, student well-being, and continuous improvement. If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘ Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Bournemouth Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community. As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Bournemouth. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant’ in a primary school role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.