Teaching Assistant 

Location: Cranborne, DorsetPermanent, Term-Time Only (40 hours per week)Hourly Rate:£12.87 - £14.03Plus a £1,000 Welcome Bonus

Reed Education are excited to be working with a specialist college in Cranborne, Dorset, who are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistants to join their supportive team. This school prepares young people for adult life through individualised academic and vocational programmes designed to build independence, confidence, emotional resilience and long-term success.

Set in beautiful surroundings with excellent facilities, the school focuses on providing a safe, nurturing and empowering environment where every student can thrive.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting young people within a safe, caring and structured learning environment. You will help students develop independence, confidence and academic progress while building trusted, professional relationships.

Your role may involve working 1:1 with a student or supporting small groups within the classroom, as well as participating in off-site learning activities. A flexible, positive approach and strong behaviour-support skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and facilitate students’ learning, independence and personal development
• Assist with planning, preparation and evaluation of learning activities
• Contribute to reporting and recording student progress
• Always promote independence and positive behaviour
• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding procedures
• Support students both in class and during off-site activities
• Help promote self-regulation, confidence and social skills

What the school are looking for:

• Full UK driving licence and have access to a car
• Aged 21 or over (due to site requirements)
• Positive, creative and enthusiastic
• Able to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Professional, reliable and committed to student wellbeing
• Confident with basic ICT and record-keeping
• Keen to learn, develop and gain qualifications (fully funded)

Why Join Through Reed?

• Opportunity to start an education career with no prior experience needed
• Fully funded training and professional development
• Supportive team and nurturing environment
• Chance to make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives
• Beautiful campus and a forward-thinking, person-centred school

Interested in Applying?

If you're passionate about helping young people succeed and want to begin a fulfilling role in education, Reed Education would love to hear from you!

Please note, successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Reed Education is deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.