Sen Teaching Assistant
Job description
SEND Teaching Assistant – Schools Across Bristol
Location: Bristol
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Long-term Opportunities
Salary: £92 - £100 per day (6.5hours)
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are currently recruiting caring, patient, and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work across a range of supportive and welcoming schools throughout Bristol.
This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who want to make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils with additional needs, helping them achieve both academically and personally.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils with a variety of additional needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group support within the classroom
- Help create a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment
- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
- Encourage pupil independence, confidence, and social development
- Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable but not essential
- A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Relevant qualifications or training in education, care, or SEND support are beneficial
What We Offer ✨
- Opportunities across a variety of SEND schools and specialist provisions in Bristol
- Flexible working options to suit your availability
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive school environments and dedicated consultant support
- Competitive rates of pay
Whether you are experienced in SEND education or looking to begin a rewarding career in specialist support, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help make a lasting impact in SEND schools across Bristol.
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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