Teaching Assistant - SEN School (Blandford Forum)

Teaching Assistant - SEN School (Term Time Only)
Blandford Forum, Dorset
Full-Time | 37.5 hrs/week | Term Time Only
Apply by: Wednesday 9th July 2025
Permanent Contract

Start your career in SEN education - and change lives every day!

A welcoming specialist SEN school set in the beautiful Dorset countryside is looking for a compassionate, full-time Teaching Assistant to support children and young people (aged 7-19) with a range of needs including autism, learning difficulties, and complex behaviour.

Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

• Support pupils in lessons and during 1:1 sessions

• Help with preparation and delivery of activities

• Encourage life skills, communication, and independence

• Join pupils on community trips and off-site learning

• Kind, patient, and emotionally resilient

• Great team players and active listeners

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn

• TA qualified (a bonus!) - but no experience needed, full training provided

• A 6-month supported probation with mentoring

• Ongoing CPD and development opportunities

• Work within a close-knit, inclusive team

• Access to incredible school facilities: riding areas, climbing wall, theatre, sports hall, pool and more

About the School:
Based on 28 acres of stunning countryside, the school offers personalised SEN education and specialist 24-hour care. All pupils have EHCPs and access to a differentiated National Curriculum supported by therapeutic professionals.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and take your first step toward a truly meaningful career in SEN education.