Job description
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Bournemouth
Start Date: September 2025 | Contract Type: Full-Time (Fixed Term to July 2026)
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and ready to make a meaningful impact from day one?
GSL Education are currently seeking a committed full-time 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) for a mainstream primary school in Bournemouth. The role involves providing dedicated one-to-one support to a pupil with Autism and behavioural needs. This is a fixed-term opportunity starting in September 2025 and continuing through to July 2026.
The school is keen to meet candidates with previous experience supporting children with Autism within a school setting. A trial day is planned for the first day back in September, offering a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term role for the right person.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Deliver individualised 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism and behaviour challenges
- Foster a calm and supportive environment that encourages learning and positive behaviour
- Collaborate with class teachers and the SENCo to deliver targeted support strategies
- Promote emotional wellbeing and help the pupil remain focused and engaged in lessons
- Monitor and report progress, contributing to the pupil’s support plan
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) Requirements:
- Experience supporting pupils with SEN, particularly with Autism and behavioural needs in schools
- CACHE Level 2/3 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Teaching Assistant or similar is desirable but not essential
- A degree in SEN, Psychology or a similar field.
- A patient, understanding, and proactive attitude
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding practices
- Have an up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why Join GSL:
- Personalised support from dedicated consultants
- Ethical and transparent recruitment process
- Access to a network of supportive and inclusive schools
- Opportunities to make a lasting impact in children’s lives
If you're ready to take on a rewarding 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role and be part of a supportive school team, we’d love to hear from you!
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role in Bournemouth, 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.
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