Mental Health & SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist school in Bristol seeks a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with Autism and complex needs. This full-time role offers invaluable experience for Psychology graduates and aspiring educators. Mentorship and shadowing opportunities are provided, making it ideal for those looking to pursue careers in psychology or education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs is beneficial.
• Ideal for aspiring educational or occupational psychologists.

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex Autism and Learning Disabilities.
• Engage children in various activities outside traditional lessons.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Proactivity

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

Degree in Psychology

Level 3 qualifications

Job description

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

Job Description:

Autism Specialism & Complex Needs – Therapy-Based Provision for children aged 5 to 16 with Autism.

Start Date: ASAP – Long-term position

Are you interested in supporting children with Special Needs?

Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Learning Disabilities?

One of the top specialist schools in Bristol for students with Autism is looking for a Graduate (Psychology would be a plus!) to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant supporting children with complex Autism and Learning Disabilities. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered. The school employs a therapeutic approach, engaging children in various activities outside traditional lessons. Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs is beneficial.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for Psychology Graduates to work alongside therapists and psychologists, with mentorship and shadowing opportunities. It provides invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues, ideal for aspiring educational or occupational psychologists, therapeutic support workers, or SEN teachers.

The school seeks a SEN Teaching Assistant who is enthusiastic, passionate, proactive, adaptable, and able to use their initiative. This is a great opportunity for aspiring teachers, psychologists, or therapists.

Key Details:

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Autism Specialism
• ASAP Start
• Location: Bristol
• Salary: £90 - £100 per day
• Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
• Ideal for Psychology Graduates

The children require a teaching assistant who understands their complex needs, is open-minded, and ready for a challenge. Experience can include working with SEN children or adults in any setting, including personal experience such as with family. Level 3 qualifications+ are required; a Degree is highly desirable.