Teaching Personnel
£80 - 90 per day
Cranborne
Temporary | Full Time
08/09/2026
No
Cranborne, Dorset | Full-Time
Are you someone who believes that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed?
Teaching Personnel are working with a specialist SEMH school in Cranborne that is looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their permanent team.
This is a role where the relationships you build can be just as important as the lessons you support.
You'll work with pupils aged 11–16 who may have struggled within traditional education and need a different approach to help them thrive.
You'll provide pupils with the encouragement, structure and consistency they need throughout the school day.
You might be helping a student complete a piece of work, supporting them through a difficult moment, encouraging them to participate in an activity or simply being the consistent adult they know they can rely on.
Calm.
You can handle challenging situations without losing your composure.
Resilient.
You understand that progress isn't always immediate and are willing to keep trying.
Positive.
You see the potential in young people, even when they may struggle to see it themselves.
Consistent.
You understand the importance of boundaries, routine and reliable support.
Experience within SEN, SEMH, education, youth work, care or behaviour support would be advantageous.
You must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle.
The school is situated in a rural area of Cranborne with no public transport available.
If you're ready for a role that offers more than just a job, apply today.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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