Are you looking to build a meaningful career within a specialist education setting?

Are you hoping to start a new career, or build on current childcare experience, from January 2026?

The Supply Room is partnering with a number of exceptional SEND schools across Bournemouth and Poole and we’re seeking dedicated, compassionate Teaching Assistants to join their teams.

These full-time positions offer an inspiring opportunity to work with pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) —while gaining highly valuable experience in specialist environments.

This is a full-time, long-term, term-time position, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with the opportunity to become a permanent member of staff later in the academic year.

We can offer several exciting TA opportunities across our SEND schools in Bournemouth and Poole, giving you the chance to secure a role in one you feel is the best fit.

Roles begin January 2026, with trial days, interviews, and school tours available until 19th December (subject to completion of a vetting check).

Pay ranges from £85–£100 per day, depending on experience, and we can accommodate notice periods of up to three weeks.

Additional trials, interviews and tours will run again from 7th January for those unable to attend beforehand however, you will need to be immediately available to start the position if successful.

In this role, you will:
• Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.

• Assist with structured learning activities.

• Help students regulate emotions and overcome daily challenges.

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support.

• Contribute to a calm, purposeful classroom environment.

Experience we’re seeking (not all essential):
• Previous work in a school or education setting.

• Experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults.

• Backgrounds in care, youth work, sports coaching, nursery support, mentoring, or mental health support.

• Experience working with individuals with Autism, ADHD, or social, emotional, and communication needs.

• Understanding of de-escalation, emotional regulation, or behaviour support strategies.

If you want to be part of a team that transforms challenges into achievements, apply today and start your journey with The Supply Room.

Let’s Find Your Classroom®

The Supply Room is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ which includes obtaining 2 references and as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (full guidance provided).

REF: INDBCP

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temp to perm

Pay: £85.00-£100.00 per day

Benefits:
• Company pension.

• Health & wellbeing programme.

Work Location: In person