Teaching Assistant New

Do you have experience supporting learners with additional needs and want to play a vital role in helping young adults achieve their goals beyond education?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting an experienced Teaching Assistant for a specialist college setting in Cranborne.

This full-time permanent opportunity begins in September 2026 or after October half term and includes an attractive £1,000 joining bonus.

You will support post-16 learners with a diverse range of additional needs, helping them access education, vocational learning and personal development programmes.

• Facilitating learning activities and practical sessions
• Building confidence and self-esteem
• Encouraging communication and social interaction
• Supporting employability and independent living skills
• Assisting with personalised learning plans
• Promoting wellbeing and positive engagement
• Supporting learners across the college environment

• Have previous SEND or specialist education experience
• Can confidently manage challenging situations
• Demonstrate professionalism and initiative
• Are passionate about supporting young adults
• Can quickly become a valued member of the team

We require individuals who can step into the position and make an immediate impact.

• Permanent employment from day one
• £12.87 - £14.03 per hour
• £1,000 sign-on bonus
• Excellent induction programme
• Specialist training opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Career progression routes
• Positive working environment
• Dedicated SEND recruitment specialist
• Full interview support
• Professional guidance throughout the process
• Access to outstanding specialist provisions
• Long-term career support

Apply now or contact Himaya on 01202 558848 to find out more and secure an interview.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.