1:1 SEN Support Partner — Trauma/ASC

five; West of England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS

Friend referral bonus

Mentoring support

Training access

Consultant support

Wellbeing programme

Flexible working

Career development

Competitive pay

Job summary

Five Education is partnering with a welcoming primary school in South Bristol to recruit a SEN Learning Support Partner. This role involves providing 1:1 support for a pupil with trauma and ASC characteristics in a nurturing, trauma-informed setting.

You will help the child regulate emotions, build trust, and engage with learning. Collaboration with teachers and SEN staff is essential for successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• A calm, patient, empathetic approach to supporting a pupil.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice or willingness to learn.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships.
• Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic classroom environment.
• Experience with SEN/ASC or emotional needs is desirable but not essential.
• Qualifications such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's needs.
• Support emotional regulation and behavior with a trauma-informed approach.
• Implement structured routines and personalised strategies.
• Build a safe, trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Support engagement with learning activities inside and outside the classroom.
• Collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO, and support staff.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Empathetic

Trauma-informed

Interpersonal skills

SEN/ASC experience

TA Level 2/3

Education

Level 2 TA

Level 3 TA

Job description

Five Education is partnering with a welcoming primary school in South Bristol to recruit a SEN Learning Support Partner. This role involves providing 1:1 support for a pupil with trauma and ASC characteristics in a nurturing, trauma-informed setting.

You will help the child regulate emotions, build trust, and engage with learning. Collaboration with teachers and SEN staff is essential for successful outcomes.