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Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Poole
Start Date: September 2025 | Contract Type: Full-Time
Do you have a nurturing nature and a passion for supporting children with additional needs?
GSL Education are currently seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant (TA) to work at a primary school in Poole from September 2025. This rewarding role involves working on a one-to-one basis with a pupil with Autism, supporting them throughout the school day to access learning and social opportunities. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
Ideal candidates will have previous experience supporting children, whether in a nursery, as a sports coach, or in any other child-related role. A school tour will be arranged prior to a more formal interview process, with interviews scheduled in the coming weeks.
Teaching Assistant (TA) Responsibilities:
Offer one-to-one support for a pupil with Autism in a primary classroom
Implement strategies to support emotional regulation, communication, and engagement
Adapt resources and activities to meet the pupil’s specific needs
Liaise regularly with the class teacher and SENCo to review progress and support plans
Promote a positive, safe, and structured learning environment
Provide encouragement, consistency, and routine throughout the school day
Requirements for a Teaching Assistant:
Experience working with children – nursery, sports coaching, or childcare roles welcomed
Previous experience working with children in a SEN setting is desirable.
CACHE Level 2/3 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Teaching Assistant or similar is desirable but not mandatory.
Patient, understanding, and resilient nature
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A desire to make a difference in a child’s educational journey
Have an updated CV and an Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one
Why choose GSL:
A meaningful opportunity to support children
Ongoing guidance from experienced education consultants
Be part of an inclusive and supportive school community
Ethical recruitment focused on your success and well-being
If you are a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to work 1:1 with a pupil and support their growth, we would 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 Teaching Assistant role in Poole, 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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