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Teaching Assistant

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Bristol
Date posted : 25/03/25
  1. Flexible Working
£89 - 110 per day

Job description

SEN & SEMH Teaching Assistant 

Location: Bristol (BS4) 

Key Stage Three & Key Stage Four 

Daily Rates: £89- £110 

 

Are you passionate about supporting children? Do have experience or want to gain experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and/ or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges  

We’reseeking an enthusiastic and compassionate individual to join our team as a Teaching Assistant. In this role, you will work with students aged 11-16, supporting them with a variety of needs, including anxiety, depression, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioural challenges, and communication issues.  

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a strong mindset and the ability to be both sensitive and supportive in meeting the unique needs of these students, blending education and personal/ emotional development.  

 

Position details 

  • Start: Immediate and to continue till the end of the academic year  

  • Hours: 8:30 – 3:30. Part-time and full-time roles available, Mon – Fri term time only  

  • Location: South Bristol  

  • Parking: on-site parking and accessible bus routes  

  • The potential of a contract with the school to the right candidate (if that’s what you want) 

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What you’ll do: 

  • Support the classroom teacher in delivering the school’s curriculum, working with students in small groups or on a one-on-one basis. 

  • Work in classrooms with 8-10 children with other teaching assistants supporting the learning and development of the children. 

  • Build positive, trusting relationships with students. 

  • Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment that fosters student growth and development. 

  • Provide the foundation and encouragement students need to thrive both academically and personally. 

 

Who we’re looking for: 

  • A passionate individual eager to work with children with additional needs. 

  • Experience isn’trequired, but a strong senseof dedication and determination is essential. 

  • Experience(not essential) with young people or adults wiht SEN or challenging behaviour  

  • Personal experience with SEN/SEMH is desirable but not essential. 

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to manage behaviour effectively. 

 

Why choose Teaching Personnel? 

  •  Choose you own hours! We off flexible work where you decide if you work 1/ week up 5/ week, every week during term time. 

  • Weekly pay through PAYE, meaning no deductions from umbrella companies. 

  • Continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities, including team teaching training. 

  • £50 referral bonus for every friend you refer to us. 

  • A dedicated personal consultant to guide and support you throughout your journey. 

 

If you’re ready for a rewarding new adventure, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV to be considered for this position. 

 

 

 

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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