Location: Poole, Dorset
Salary: Competitive (Based on experience)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Teaching Personnel are working with a secondary school in Poole who are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated SEN team. This is a full-time role, starting in January, where you will provide vital support to students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
- Support students in lessons to ensure they reach their full potential.
- Work with small groups or one-to-one to provide tailored assistance.
- Assist in the preparation of learning materials and resources.
- Help manage classroom behaviour and foster a positive learning environment.
- Support the teacher in assessing and monitoring student progress.
- Provide general pastoral support to students and assist with their personal development.
- Previous experience working with secondary-aged students (KS3 and KS4).
- A passion for working with young people and supporting their learning.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
- The ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive attitude and a willingness to take initiative.
- A relevant qualification in education or child development (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or similar).
- Experience in supporting students with special educational needs (SEN) is an advantage, but not essential.
If you are passionate about education and are ready to help students thrive in their learning, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please submit your most up to date CV and covering letter.
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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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