1 : 1 Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Five Education Recruitment Limited; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency in Bath is seeking a committed 1:1 teaching assistant to support a child with complex needs. The role includes providing tailored support, promoting emotional regulation, and ensuring inclusion during school activities. The ideal candidate should be empathetic, reliable, and available for full-time work during term time. Training and support will be provided.

Benefits

Free specialized training

Free DBS (refunded after 20 days)

Recommending a friend bonus

Specialist support and mentoring

Qualifications

• Compassionate and reliable with experience in personal care.
• Ability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, during term time.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support throughout the school day tailored to the child's needs.
• Promote emotional regulation and social development.
• Work with class teacher and SENCo to implement support plans.
• Support the child during playtime and lunchtime.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Personal care provision

Job description

Five Education is working with a small, welcoming primary school in west Bath to recruit a committed 1 : 1 teaching assistant to support a child with complex needs. This position will begin in November and will likely run until the New Year, with the potential to extend.

The role will involve working closely with one child, providing tailored, consistent support to help them access the curriculum, regulate emotions, and thrive within the school environment. As the child has mobility issues, being comfortable and confident providing intimate care will also be required.

You’ll receive support and guidance from your dedicated Five Education consultant, along with access to free training such as Makaton, Team Teach and PMLD Awareness.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide 1 : 1 support throughout the school day, adapting activities to meet the child's needs
• Promote emotional regulation and social development
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCo to follow individual support plans
• Support the child during playtime and lunchtime to ensure their well‑being and inclusion

Essential Criteria

• Reliable, empathetic and able to provide personal care
• Available to work full‑time, Monday to Friday, 8 : 30-15 : 30 (term‑time only)
• Right to work in the UK - we cannot offer sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas
• Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years)
• Hold an enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
• Please note, if you do not have a Non‑Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What can Five Education offer you?

• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD / SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support / mentoring while you are working

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Kate at 01174226167. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Pay

Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting

Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS. There will also be an interview.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under‑represented at this level.

Contact Kate on 0117 422 6167 / [e-mail]