SEND Teaching Assistant

Where

Dorchester

Type

Temp

Salary

15 Hourly

SEND Teaching Assistant Make a Lasting Difference This September! Dorchester Term-time September Start

Are you a compassionate, enthusiastic, and experienced individual ready to transform the lives of children with Special Educational Needs? Pro Education is proud to partner with several outstanding Primary Schools in the Dorchester area to recruit exceptional SEND Teaching Assistants for rewarding one-to-one support roles starting September 2025.

This is more than a job it s a chance to be the difference in a child s educational journey.

About the Role: As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you ll work closely with individual pupils, supporting their unique learning journeys and empowering them to achieve their full potential. You ll plan and deliver creative, tailored learning activities, and be a cornerstone of their academic and emotional growth.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Supporting pupils 1:1 with specific learning needs in a nurturing and structured environment.
  • Planning and adapting lesson activities to suit individual learning styles.
  • Monitoring progress and celebrating every step of success.
  • Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCOs, parents, and support teams.
  • Promoting emotional well-being, positive behaviour, and inclusive learning.
  • Creating a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom culture.

What We re Looking For:

  • Proven experience working with children with SEND, ideally in a school setting.
  • A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
  • Confidence working 1:1 with children requiring tailored support.
  • Strong organisational and communication skills.
  • A passion for helping children overcome barriers and thrive.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive PAYE pay no umbrella deductions
  • Weekly pay for financial peace of mind
  • Free CPD & safeguarding training build your skills at your pace
  • A supportive consultant guiding you every step of the way
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

Requirements:

  • Relevant teaching or TA qualifications preferred
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply we ll help!)
  • Previous experience supporting children in a SEND setting

Ready to Make a Real Impact This September? If you re an enthusiastic TA, LSA, or HLTA looking for a fresh and meaningful role where every day counts, contact Pro Education Dorchester today. Let s help you find the school where you can thrive and help your students do the same.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.

The actual rate of pay you receive will depend upon the role you undertake as well as location, duties, and shifts.

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