SEN Teaching Assistant at Haymoor Junior School
Posted: 5 hours ago
Job Description
‘TEACH Poole’ Multi-Academy TrustAd Astra Infant SchoolHaymoor Junior SchoolCanford Heath Infant SchoolCanford Heath Junior SchoolWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team, providing tailored support to a pupil with additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s educational journey while working closely with our experienced staff. The current vacancy is at Haymoor Junior School.If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual who is committed to helping children reach their full potential, and passionate about working with children with special needs, we would love to hear from you!30 hours per week, Monday to Friday08:30am to 3:15pm with 45 minute lunchGrade D, Points 5 to 6£25,584 to £25,989 per annum pro-rataActual salary £17,225.87 to £17,498.56Temporary. This role is linked to SEN funding and will continue for as long as the pupil requires additional support.Start date - ASAPFurther InformationThe TEACH Poole Multi Academy Trust was formed in April 2015. All four of our wonderful schools are graded as good or outstanding schools by Ofsted. We are extremely popular, over-subscribed, forward-thinking schools with supportive staff and fantastic children.The successful candidate will be employed by the Trust as a whole and as such, can be expected to carry out their duties at any of the four schools. However, we currently have a vacancy at Haymoor Junior School.At our Trust, you'll have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to providing the best possible education for all of our students. You'll work closely with our Head of Inclusion and SEND and teaching staff to implement pupils’ Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs) and provide one-on-one or small-group support to help them achieve their full potential.But that's not all - we offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with ongoing opportunities for professional development and growth. And with a competitive salary, you'll feel valued and appreciated for the important work that you do.If Youhave a passion for inclusion and supporting pupils with additional needs to succeed in the classroomare looking to join a lively, friendly and dedicated school teamare keen to work in a supportive, learning environmentare able to bring energy and positivity to the rolea can-do attitude to overcoming obstaclespreparedness to go above and beyondresilience and staminaWe Can Offerfun, friendly and supportive staff who get on really well togetherrights’ respecting pupils with excellent attitudes to learning and high standards and expectations of behavioursuperb opportunities and specialist training for career professional development within our Trusta fantastic induction programme and support for gaining a qualification for the right candidateslong service awardsenviable support at all levels, and a proactive approach to staff well-being, work-life balance and care for each person as an individual, including the ability to take time off during term timebeautiful school grounds and welcoming learning environmentsJoin our team and help us make a real difference in the lives of our childrenPlease contact the HR Department on 01202 380015 for more information. Applications should be made online at https://mynewterm.com/jobs/141787/EDV-2025-HJS-42565Closing date: Sunday 9 November 2025Interviews: Monday 17 November 2025Personal information provided by candidates will be securely filed electronically and password protected, with paper copies locked in filing cabinets in a locked office. They will not be released to third parties outside the school without the consent of the person concerned, except where there is a legal requirement to do so. If the application does not proceed, the data will be securely disposed of after 6 months. Any concerns regarding data gathered in the recruitment process should be directed to the Data Manager – Hayley Hemmings at [email protected]These schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous checks will be undertaken of the successful applicant’s background credentials including an enhanced DBS check. Online searches will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. Suitability to work with children will be explored at interview.About UsNot Specified
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