SEN Teaching Assistant

Unqualified Postgraduate Teaching Assistant

Locations: Bristol, Bath & Gloucestershire
Start Date: September 2025
Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Key Stages: 1 – 4
Daily Rate: £89 – £100

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a real difference in young lives?
Teaching Personnel is recruiting enthusiastic, compassionate, and resilient individuals to become the next generation of Teaching Assistants supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

These students may be living with:
Mental health challenges
♿ Physical disabilities
️ Communication difficulties
⚠️ Behavioural needs

Your role will be pivotal in helping students aged 5 to 16 thrive academically and emotionally in a safe, inclusive environment.

Position Details

Start Date: September 2025
Locations: Schools across Bristol, Bath & Gloucestershire
Schedule: Monday to Friday | Term Time Only
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (subject to school requirements)
Potential for Permanent Contracts for the right candidates

‍ Your Role

✨ Support students with SEN in 1:1 or small group settings
Collaborate with teachers and other TAs to enhance learning
Assist in delivering lesson content and supporting classroom activities
Build strong, trusting relationships with students
Help implement EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans)

The Ideal Candidate

A genuine passion for working with children and making a difference
Adaptable and patient, with strong communication and behaviour management skills
Previous experience in education, care, or sports coaching is a plus (but not essential!)
Life experience with SEN or challenging behaviour is valuable — your attitude matters most
Ideal for recent graduates exploring a career in education

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella company deductions
Access to ongoing CPD, including Team Teach training
£50 Referral Bonus for each friend or family member you recommend
A dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way
Flexible working options – choose full-time or part-time based on your schedule

Ready to Start Your Journey?

If you’re excited to take the first step toward a rewarding career in education, we want to hear from you!

Apply now with your most up-to-date CV to be considered.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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