Rewarding Opportunity: Full-Time Teaching Assistant – Poole
Make a meaningful difference in a child’s educational journey.

GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Poole. This full-time role begins in September 2025 and offers the chance to support three Year 1 pupils on a 1:1 basis, each with unique and varied needs.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), providing consistent, individualised support to help them access the curriculum and develop essential social and learning skills. You’ll work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to create a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Your responsibilities as Teaching Assistant (TA) may include:

• Delivering tailored support and structured interventions
• Encouraging engagement, communication, and independence
• Supporting emotional regulation and promoting positive behaviour
• Collaborating with staff to implement personalised strategies
• Contributing to a warm, inclusive classroom culture

What We’re Looking in Teaching Assistant (TA):

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN (essential)
• A genuine passion for helping children thrive
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
• A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach
• Commitment to the full academic year

Why Join GSL Education?

• Start your journey in a supportive school this September 2025
• Be part of a fulfilling role with long-term impact
• Receive expert guidance from our friendly consultants
• Access professional development and career progression opportunities

Interviews will take place on 4th September 2025, and the role is fixed term for one academic year.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support for staff in schools across the UK.

Ready to support a child’s growth and development?
Click ‘apply now’ to submit your up-to-date CV. One of our consultants will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

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