Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Bristol

Full-Time, Part-Time & Supply | Bristol & Surrounding Areas | Immediate & Ongoing

We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary, secondary and specialist SEND schools in Bristol and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for caring, patient and dedicated education professionals who are passionate about supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and helping them develop their confidence, independence and learning skills.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other school staff to provide tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs. Depending on the school setting, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with special educational needs.
• Supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and other additional needs.
• Assisting pupils with classroom learning, daily activities and curriculum-based tasks.
• Supporting literacy, numeracy and individual learning targets.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social interaction.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.
• Adapting learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Supporting pupils who may require additional assistance with communication and engagement.
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to support pupils' progress.
• Creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Following individual support plans and school policies to ensure consistent care and support.

We're Looking For

• Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA) or in a similar support role.
• A minimum of 6 months' relevant UK experience is desirable.
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND is highly desirable.
• A patient, compassionate and understanding approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• A flexible and proactive attitude towards meeting individual needs.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive PAYE rates.
• Full-time, part-time and flexible supply opportunities.
• Free CPD and SEND-specific training.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placements.
• Opportunities across mainstream, specialist and SEND school settings.
• Long-term placements and potential permanent opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your availability.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career in special educational needs education.

If you're an experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the Department for Education's 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Protocol Education website.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.