1:1 Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Five Education; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a committed 1:1 teaching assistant to join a primary school in west Bath. The successful candidate will support a child with complex needs, providing tailored assistance and intimate care. This full-time position offers specialized training and a supportive working environment. Ideal applicants will be reliable and empathetic, with the ability to work well in a team. A DBS check is required, along with the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Free specialized training

Free DBS (refunded after 20 days of work)

Recommending a friend bonus scheme

Specialist support/mentoring

Qualifications

• Able to provide tailored support to help a child with complex needs.
• Must be comfortable providing intimate care due to mobility issues.
• Available to work full-time, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Promote emotional regulation and social development.
• Work collaboratively with class teacher and SENCo.

Skills

Reliability

Empathy

Personal care

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

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.

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