Job description
Primary SEN Teaching Assistant – Boscombe, Dorset
Job Title: Primary SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Boscombe, Dorset
Pay Rate: £13.68 per hour
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and making a real difference in their learning journey?
GSL Education are thrilled to offer a fulfilling opportunity for a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Boscombe. This is your chance to provide vital support to students who need it most, helping them thrive in an inclusive and nurturing environment.
About the Role
As a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you’ll work closely with students who have additional learning needs, supporting them both academically and emotionally. You’ll collaborate with teachers and SENCOs to create a positive and engaging learning experience tailored to each child’s unique needs.
Key Responsibilities of SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
- Support the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) for students with SEN.
- Provide one-on-one and small group support to help students access the curriculum.
- Monitor and record student progress, sharing insights with teaching staff.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment.
- Use creative and adaptive strategies to engage learners with diverse needs.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families.
- Assist with personal care and emotional regulation when required.
Requirements for SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
- Previous experience in a Teaching Assistant or SEN support role.
- Understanding of a range of special educational needs (e.g., ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for helping children succeed.
- Relevant qualifications or training in SEN (desirable but not essential).
To Apply, You’ll Need:
- The right to work in the UK.
- An up-to-date CV with two references from the last 2 years.
- An enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
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 for staff in schools across the UK.
Ready to Make a Difference?
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