Flexible Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistant – Poole

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs in a nurturing and inclusive school environment?

GSL Education are seeking dedicated and compassionate Supply SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) to work across various welcoming mainstream primary schools in the Poole area. Starting this September, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility of supply work.

About the Role

Step into a rewarding position where you’ll play a vital role in supporting pupils with diverse learning needs. As a Supply SEN TA, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing tailored 1:1 or small group support to children with special educational needs.
• Assisting class teachers in delivering inclusive and engaging lessons.
• Helping to create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and emotional or behavioural challenges.
• Collaborating with school staff to ensure a positive and productive classroom experience.

What We’re Looking in SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN in any capacity (e.g., support worker, youth mentor, nursery practitioner, childminder, etc.).
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to working with children.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships.
• Flexibility, reliability, and a willingness to adapt to different school settings.
• Ability to drive or use public transport to travel to schools across Poole.
• A solid understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a variety of inclusive and supportive school environments.
• Enjoy the flexibility to choose assignments that suit your schedule.
• Excellent opportunity for longer-term or permanent roles for the right candidates.

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 take the next step in your education career?
Click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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