SEN TA weymouth

KS2 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Weymouth

Start Date: After Half Term | Temporary to Permanent Opportunity | Full-Time

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a child's educational journey?

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Weymouth. This rewarding role will involve providing individual support to a KS2 pupil, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and thrive within the classroom environment.

This position is ideal for someone who has experience working with children, particularly those with additional needs, although a positive attitude, patience, and willingness to learn are equally valued.

The Role

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil within Key Stage 2. Assist with learning activities both inside and outside the classroom. Build positive relationships that encourage engagement and confidence. Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider school staff. Support the pupil's academic, social, and emotional development. Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment. The Ideal Candidate:

Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable. Experience supporting pupils with SEN is advantageous. Patient, caring, and able to build strong professional relationships. Flexible and adaptable to meet individual learning needs. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We Offer

Competitive weekly pay through Teaching Personnel. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant. Access to CPD and training opportunities. Opportunity to secure a permanent position directly with the school. Flexibility to remain working through Teaching Personnel if preferred. A chance to make a lasting impact in a supportive school community. If you are passionate about supporting children and would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity in Weymouth, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV covering the last 10 years of employment history (where applicable).

All applicants will be subject to Teaching Personnel's safeguarding and vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS and referencing checks.

Apply today to secure a rewarding role starting after half term.

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.

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