Full-Time Driving Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and training opportunities

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting for Full-Time Driving Teaching Assistants to support mainstream and inclusion classrooms around Bristol. The role requires a full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and a passion for helping students with diverse needs.

You will work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams to provide 1:1 and small-group support, build positive relationships and help students participate actively in learning. A DBS check is required or in process.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Access to a vehicle (essential).
• Willing to obtain or have Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support students within mainstream lessons, inclusion settings and small group environments.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Assist students with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Support engagement, attendance and participation in learning.
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams.
• Help students overcome barriers to education and achieve positive outcomes.
• Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of different learners.

Skills

Relationship building

Calm under pressure

Proactive

Behaviour support

Confident with SEND/SEMH

Job description

Bristol & Surrounding Areas
Full-Time Only | Monday-Friday
Start Date: ASAP

I am recruiting on behalf of a number of mainstream secondary schools across Bristol for dedicated and reliable Teaching Assistants who can provide consistent support to students with a range of additional needs.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building positive relationships, remains calm under pressure, and is committed to helping young people succeed both academically and personally.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for this role.

As a Full-Time Driving Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students within mainstream lessons, inclusion settings and small group environments
• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Assist students with social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Support engagement, attendance and participation in learning
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams
• Help students overcome barriers to education and achieve positive outcomes
• Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of different learners

We're seeking individuals who are:

• Reliable and committed to full-time work
• Strong relationship builders
• Adaptable and flexible in their approach
• Calm, resilient and proactive
• Confident supporting students with a range of behavioural and educational needs
• Passionate about making a positive difference in young people's lives

Experience in any of the following would be highly beneficial:

• Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant roles
• Secondary school or education settings
• Youth work
• Sports coaching
• Mentoring
• Residential childcare
• Behaviour support
• SEND or SEMH support
• Community or outreach work with young people

Applicants with transferable experience working with children or young people are encouraged to apply.

• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Access to a vehicle (essential)
• Ability to commit to a full-time role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

• Join supportive and welcoming school communities
• Make a genuine difference to young people's educational journeys
• Gain valuable experience within secondary education
• Develop skills in SEND, SEMH and behaviour support
• Access ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent positions

If you're a driver looking for a rewarding full-time role supporting young people in education, we'd love to hear from you.

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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.
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