SEN Teaching Assistant

Unqualified post graduate teaching assistant

Locations- Bristol, Bath and Gloucestershire

Full time work available

September 2025 start date

Key stages 1 – 4

Daily rate - £89 - £100

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting the next group of passionate teaching assistants to support and nurture a class of students who have special educational needs (SEN) which can include students who have mental health diagnosis, physical disabilities, communication difficulties and behaviour issues. With these factors, a strong minded person, who is empathetic and understanding is a non-negotiable for this role.

You will be support students aged between 5 and 16, playing a pivotal part in the educational successes

Position details

• September 2025 start date
• Monday to Friday, term time only
• 8:30am to 3:30pm (may vary depending on the school)
• Work available throughout Bristol Bath and Gloucestershire
• Opportunity to transition to a permeant contact with the school itself, for the right candidate.

The role itself:

• Support students with SEN, either in small groups or on a one-to-one basis
• Work closely with other teaching assistant and the classroom teacher to support the learning and development of these students
• Support with learning contents and activities, providing assistance when and where possible
• Build trusting relationships with the students, making them feel safe and supported whilst in the environment that you help create for these students.
• Assist with the implantation of ECHP’s (educational care and health plans)

The ideal candidate

• Someone who is passionate about the education sector and making a different to these children’s lives, looking to begin a career in the field or continue on from a previous role
• Strong behavioural management and communication skills
• Experience with SEN or challenging behaviour, either in a professional or personal capacity is sort after, but not an essential to this role, as long as you have the determination and drive, we’d love to hear from you!
• Previous experience within education, care or sport coaching is desirable, but not a necessity.
• The ability to adapt your approach to suit different students and their individual needs

Why choose Teaching Personnel as the agency for you

• 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 and personal consultant to support you throughout your journey with us.
• The freedom of flexibility, choose your own working schedule, weather it is one day a week or five days a week

If you are ready to embark on your journey in a rewarding sector, please apply below

All applications must have your most up to date CV attached to be considered for the role

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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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