Description
SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School (1:1 Support)
Location: Charmouth, Dorset
Pay: £92.63–£97 per day
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Axcis Education is recruiting for a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Charmouth, Dorset. This full-time role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping pupils achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will provide dedicated 1:1 SEN support for a pupil within Key Stage 2, helping them access learning, develop independence and build confidence within the classroom environment.
If you are passionate about special educational needs (SEN), positive behaviour support and creating a safe, structured environment where children feel understood and valued, this could be the ideal role for you.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with SEN, ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and engage positively with classroom activities
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to implement effective support strategies
• Develop positive and trusting relationships with pupils through consistency and encouragement
• Support emotional regulation, confidence building and social development
• Use positive behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques when required
• Help create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment
• Support personalised learning activities and resources
• Encourage independence, communication and participation in school life
• Monitor progress and celebrate pupils’ achievements and milestones
The school is committed to supporting every child as an individual and provides a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:
• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a primary school, SEND, education or care setting
• Experience supporting children with additional needs, autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH or communication needs
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach
• The ability to build strong, positive relationships with pupils
• Confidence supporting behaviour, emotional needs and individual learning requirements
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s development and wellbeing
Desirable:
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, Childcare or equivalent
• Experience using trauma-informed or attachment-aware approaches
• A driving licence and access to a vehicle (beneficial due to the school’s location)
Why Apply for This SEN Teaching Assistant Role?
• Join a supportive and inclusive primary school in Charmouth, Dorset
• Provide meaningful 1:1 SEN support and make a visible difference every day
• Gain valuable experience supporting pupils with ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs
• Develop your skills in SEND, behaviour support and emotional regulation strategies
• Work alongside a dedicated team who value your contribution
• Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role in a Dorset primary school, Axcis Education would love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your SEND education career.
INDDEV
Location: Charmouth, Dorset
Pay: £92.63–£97 per day
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Axcis Education is recruiting for a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Charmouth, Dorset. This full-time role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping pupils achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will provide dedicated 1:1 SEN support for a pupil within Key Stage 2, helping them access learning, develop independence and build confidence within the classroom environment.
If you are passionate about special educational needs (SEN), positive behaviour support and creating a safe, structured environment where children feel understood and valued, this could be the ideal role for you.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with SEN, ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and engage positively with classroom activities
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to implement effective support strategies
• Develop positive and trusting relationships with pupils through consistency and encouragement
• Support emotional regulation, confidence building and social development
• Use positive behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques when required
• Help create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment
• Support personalised learning activities and resources
• Encourage independence, communication and participation in school life
• Monitor progress and celebrate pupils’ achievements and milestones
The school is committed to supporting every child as an individual and provides a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:
• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a primary school, SEND, education or care setting
• Experience supporting children with additional needs, autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH or communication needs
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach
• The ability to build strong, positive relationships with pupils
• Confidence supporting behaviour, emotional needs and individual learning requirements
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s development and wellbeing
Desirable:
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, Childcare or equivalent
• Experience using trauma-informed or attachment-aware approaches
• A driving licence and access to a vehicle (beneficial due to the school’s location)
Why Apply for This SEN Teaching Assistant Role?
• Join a supportive and inclusive primary school in Charmouth, Dorset
• Provide meaningful 1:1 SEN support and make a visible difference every day
• Gain valuable experience supporting pupils with ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs
• Develop your skills in SEND, behaviour support and emotional regulation strategies
• Work alongside a dedicated team who value your contribution
• Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role in a Dorset primary school, Axcis Education would love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your SEND education career.
INDDEV