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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 88.95 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Blandford Forum, Dorset

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant 
Location: Blandford Forum, Dorset
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a caring, committed and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team supporting students aged 7-19 with an autism diagnosis. This is a full-time position with an immediate start, offering a highly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs.

You will be working closely with teaching staff and specialist professionals to support pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping them to access learning, develop independence, and build confidence in a safe and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with autism

Support communication, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning

Assist with differentiated curriculum delivery across primary and secondary age ranges

Implement behaviour support and sensory strategies as directed

Promote positive behaviour, independence and social skills

Support personal care where required

Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and pastoral staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children or young people with autism 

A calm, patient, and empathetic approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A flexible and proactive attitude

A genuine passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs

A valid Child and Adult workforce DBS on update service or willing to apply 

Relevant qualifications in education, care or SEN are desirable but not essential

What's on Offer:

Immediate full-time start

A supportive, specialist SEN environment

CPD and Team Teach training

A rewarding role making a real impact on young lives

Competitive salary based on experience

If you are passionate about supporting young people with autism and want to be part of a committed and caring team, we would love to hear from you. Please apply below and we will contact you to discuss this opportunity.

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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