SEN Teaching Assistant

Postgraduate Teaching Assistant Position
Locations: Bristol, Bath, and Gloucestershire
Start Date: September 2025
Key Stages: 1–4
Pay: £89–£100 per day

Have you just finished your degree and are wondering what to do next?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting the next group of teaching assistants for the 2025/2026 academic year to support and nurture students with special educational needs (SEN). These needs may include mental health challenges, physical disabilities, and emotional or behavioural difficulties. An understanding and empathetic personality is a key requirement for this role. You will support students aged between 5 and 16 and play a critical role in their academic success.

Position Details:

• September 2025 start date
• Work available throughout Bristol, Bath, and Gloucestershire
• 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (hours may vary depending on the school)
• Monday to Friday, term time only
• Opportunity to transition to a permanent contract with the school for the right candidate

What You’ll Do:

• Support students with SEN, either in small groups or on a one-to-one basis
• Work closely with other teaching assistants to support classroom learning and development
• Assist the classroom teacher in delivering the school's tailored curriculum, ensuring students stay focused and engaged
• Support the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Build trusting relationships with students, ensuring they feel safe and supported
• Assist with learning activities and classwork, providing help as needed

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience with SEN or challenging behaviour (professionally or personally) is highly desirable, but not required
• A genuine passion for education and teaching—whether continuing a previous role or starting a new career
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Experience in an educational setting is desirable, but not essential—passion and determination are what matter most

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible working, choose your own schedule, whether three days a week or full-time
• Weekly pay through PAYE (no deductions via umbrella companies)
• Ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) opportunities, including Team Teach training
• £50 referral bonus for every friend or family member you refer who works five days with us
• A dedicated personal consultant to support you throughout your journey

If you’re ready to start your journey with us, apply below today.
All applications MUST include your most up-to-date CV to be considered for the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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