1:1 Teaching Assistant – Bayside Academy, Poole

Monday – Friday, 12pm - 3.30pm (17.5 hours per week) Term-time only + INSET. 

Fixed term until 31st August 2026.

AE Grade 4 SCP 6-9

• Provide consistent support throughout the school day, including during lessons, playtimes and transitions 
• Deliver personalised learning activities in collaboration with the class teacher, SENDCo and other professionals
• Support learning through play-based activities and the child's interests to promote engagement and motivation
• Use appropriate communication strategies and resources
• Support the child's physical needs, including mobility and personal care in line with care plans 
• Monitor the child's medical needs, including epilepsy 
• Encourage independence and self -help skills 
• Communicate effectively with parents 

 What We have to Offer:  

 ·        A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff. 

·        A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education.  

·        All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs. 

·        Strong potential for career progression. 

·        A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.  

·        An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.  

·        Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live. 

·        A competitive pension through Teachers’ Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.   

Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Jemma Whitaker, HR Academy Lead – jemma.whitaker@ba.weareauthentic.education 

 Together we are Courageous, Innovative, Excellent