Behaviour Support Assistant

Full-Time Teaching Assistants – September Start
Location: Blandford Forum (Main Site) & Poole (Satellite Sites), Dorset
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are working in close partnership with a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) based in Blandford Forum, Dorset, to recruit dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistants for a September start.

This provision supports secondary-aged pupils with behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties (BESD). Due to the need for consistency and strong relationship-building, the school is seeking full-time Teaching Assistants who can commit to providing stability and continuity for its learners.

The Role:

• Full-time Teaching Assistant positions starting in September
• Based either at the main site in Blandford Forum or at one of two satellite provisions in Poole
• Supporting students with behavioural, emotional, and social needs
• Working closely with teaching staff to create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils to support both academic and personal development

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with young people with additional needs, particularly BESD, is highly desirable
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour management
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners and making a difference
• Ability to commit to a full-time role for continuity

What’s on Offer:

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and specialist setting
• Ongoing support from Teaching Personnel
• Potential for long-term or permanent opportunities

If you are committed to helping young people overcome barriers to education and are looking for a rewarding full-time role, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity starting in September.

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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