Teaching Assistant

Opus People Solutions are seeking a Teaching Assistant near Wimborne, Dorset.

Are you looking for a rewarding job, supporting children in a truly fantastic company? Perhaps you've always thought about being a Teaching Assistant, but need full-time hours? This could be the role for you!

Actual Salary: 20,941.63 - 22,834.95
Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week (term-time only)

Our client is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support SEND students. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the educational and personal development of students. Working closely with teaching staff, you will contribute to delivering a balanced curriculum and help students achieve their full potential in a safe and supportive environment. This may involve 1:1 support or working with small groups.

No prior experience as a Teaching Assistant is required, your transferrable skills and personal attributes are what's important to succeed here!

Day-to-day, you will:

• Support students' learning and independence.
• Assist in planning and delivering learning.
• Monitor and report on students' progress.
• Promote independence and self-regulation.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure safeguarding protocols are followed.
• Support positive social behavior and emotional well-being.

To be considered, you will have:

• Full UK driving license and access to a car (due to location)
• Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Aged 21 or over (due to site policies).
• Positive, creative, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Good numeracy, literacy, and IT skills.

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Perks including free lunches, well-being support, and appreciation rewards.
• Excellent progression & development opportunities
• Fully funded qualifications & training
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life assurance
• & more!

For further details, apply now. All applicants will be contacted.

*Please note, successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check (cost covered by the employer)

Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the United Kingdom. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship, so candidates should already possess valid work authorization, such as UK citizenship, settled or pre-settled status, or a visa that permits employment without sponsorship.