SEN Teaching Assistant

Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant – Bournemouth

GSL Education is proud to present an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing specialist provision in Bournemouth from the start of the new year. Our experienced consultants, with over 10 years’ expertise in education recruitment and long-standing relationships with local schools are on hand to support you through the application, interview, and school visit process.

About the School

This outstanding specialist setting supports primary-aged pupils (5–11) who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including associated special educational needs such as autism. Pupils are typically on Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and benefit from high staffing levels and a nurturing, calm environment that enables them to thrive.

The school prides itself on a Resilient, Safe and Respectful ethos, offering a broad, flexible curriculum within purpose-built facilities such as sensory spaces, therapy hubs, quiet reflection areas and outdoor activity zones.

The Role

As a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide high-quality support to pupils with complex needs, helping them access learning and manage behaviour positively.
• Work as part of a collaborative, experienced team to implement strategies that promote resilience, wellbeing and engagement.
• Support the delivery of bespoke interventions and contribute to pupil progress and development.

This role is ideal for someone who is compassionate, patient, and committed to making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable learners.

What’s On Offer

• Full-time, permanent position in a calm, supportive specialist environment.
• Dedicated school visits and interviews scheduled in the new year.
• Support throughout the recruitment process from a trusted GSL Education consultant with extensive experience and local school insight.