Teaching Assistant – SEMH & SEND Specialist (Temp to Perm) Location: Poole, Dorset Start Date: March 2026 Pay: £90–£95 per day Contract: Temp to Perm Hours: 08:30–16:00, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only) SEMH Teaching Assistant | SEND Temp to Perm Role | Poole, Dorset Are you an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant or SEND Specialist TA seeking a temp-to-perm opportunity starting in March? An outstanding specialist SEND school in Poole, Dorset is looking for a dedicated, resilient, and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a temporary-to-permanent basis. This role offers a clear pathway to a permanent position for the right candidate. You will be working in a therapeutic, relationship-led setting supporting pupils with SEMH, ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition), and ADHD. With small class sizes of 8–10 pupils, the school provides a calm, structured environment where staff can make a real impact. This position is ideal for: Experienced SEMH Teaching Assistants SEND Support Workers or Learning Support Assistants seeking a long-term role Graduates in Psychology, Education, Youth Work, or Criminology looking to progress into a permanent school position Key Responsibilities: Deliver 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH, ASC, and ADHD Support emotional regulation and implement positive behaviour strategies Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and external professionals Adapt learning resources to meet individual SEND needs Monitor progress and contribute to personalised support plans Candidate Requirements: Experience supporting SEMH and/or SEND pupils in a school or specialist setting Calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent approach to behaviour Strong communication and teamwork skills Commitment to consistency and long-term pupil outcomes Teaching Assistant qualification or SEMH/behaviour training (desirable) Why Apply? Temp-to-perm pathway with the opportunity for a permanent contract Outstanding specialist SEND provision with a supportive ethos Ongoing CPD and training in therapeutic and trauma-informed practice Small classes and excellent staff-to-pupil ratios Term-time only hours supporting work–life balance If you’re a Teaching Assistant with SEMH or SEND experience looking for a temp-to-perm role in Poole, Dorset, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for a March start. INDDEV<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Alex Holt on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Alex Holt&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001</strong></strong>