Teaching Assistant (No Experience Required)

Location:

Specialist education setting (Cranborne, Dorset)

Contract Type:

Permanent, Full-Time (Term Time Only - 40 hours per week, 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday to Friday)

Salary:

£22,996 - £25,068 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
£12.87 - £14.03 per hour
Plus £1,000 welcome bonus (paid in instalments)

Role Overview

We are seeking a caring, positive and motivated Teaching Assistant to support young people in a specialist learning environment.
No previous experience is required. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about building meaningful relationships and supporting young people to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.
You will work closely with teaching staff to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum in a safe, supportive and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the learning and independence of students across academic and vocational activities
• Work 1:1 or with small groups, depending on learner needs
• Assist in planning, delivering and evaluating education programmes
• Contribute to assessments, recording and reporting of learner progress
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development
• Encourage independence and engagement at all times
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures consistently
• Support learners both on-site and in off-site learning environments

Person Specification

Essential:

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Minimum age requirement: 21+
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Good literacy, numeracy and basic ICT skills
• Positive, patient and creative approach to supporting young people
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable:

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
• Experience in education or care settings

Key Attributes

• Caring and relationship-focused
• Resilient and adaptable
• Positive role model for young people
• Motivated to support independence and personal development
• Calm and consistent approach to behaviour support

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment safeguarding checks
• Exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants must declare relevant convictions in line with guidance
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Equal opportunities employer

Additional Information

• Full training provided for candidates without prior experience
• Application requires full employment and education history plus personal statement
• Candidates may be subject to online checks
• Vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received