Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant – Year 5 (ASC & SEMH Support)

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Pay: £90–£100 per day

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential?

A friendly and inclusive primary school in Bournemouth is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This rewarding full-time role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey by providing consistent support, encouragement and guidance throughout the school day.

Whether you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant or a graduate looking to gain hands-on experience within education, psychology, child development or SEND, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive school environment.

The Role

As a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide dedicated 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's individual needs
Support emotional regulation, behaviour management and engagement in learning
Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCO to implement personalised support strategies
Build a positive and trusting relationship that promotes confidence and independence
Adapt learning activities to ensure the pupil can access the curriculum successfully
Support transitions, routines and social interactions throughout the school day
Encourage positive participation, resilience and personal development
What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

Experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational or SEND setting
A good understanding of ASC and SEMH needs
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A calm, patient and resilient approach
Confidence supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
Why Join This School?
Immediate full-time opportunity within a supportive primary school
Welcoming leadership team and collaborative staff culture
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a pupil's academic and personal progress
Excellent experience for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, therapists or SEND professionals
Competitive daily rate of £90–£100 per day
Ongoing support and professional development opportunities

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to a child's school experience, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

£90–£100 per day | Full-Time | ASAP Start