SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) - Bristol

Primary & Secondary Opportunities Available | Full-Time | Immediate Starts

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs?

We are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for a number of rewarding opportunities across specialist education settings in Bristol. Vacancies are available within both primary and secondary provisions, supporting pupils with a range of complex learning, communication and additional needs.

These settings are known for their small class sizes, high staff-to-pupil ratios, specialist facilities and therapeutic approach, allowing staff to build meaningful relationships and make a genuine difference to students' progress.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Help students access learning, communication and social opportunities
• Encourage independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing
• Support pupils with Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and associated communication needs
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

Who We're Looking For

Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience in:

• SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Support Work
• Care Work
• Residential Childcare
• Behaviour Support
• Youth Work
• Psychology Graduates
• Sports Coaching
• Early Years and Education

We're looking for people who are patient, resilient, proactive and genuinely passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.

Why Apply?

✅ Small class sizes and specialist learning environments
✅ Excellent staff-to-pupil ratios
✅ Opportunities within both primary and secondary settings
✅ Modern sensory and therapeutic facilities
✅ Ongoing training and career development
✅ Long-term and permanent opportunities available
✅ Competitive weekly pay
✅ Support from a dedicated education consultant

Requirements

• Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable adults is desirable
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK
• References covering the last two years

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant job in Bristol where you can make a real impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.