Nursery and Primary Support Assistant

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

Job summary

A UK-based education recruitment agency is seeking an In-Class Support Assistant to work in Bath. In this role, you will provide essential support to children with Special Education Needs, ensuring they can engage and learn effectively. Ideal candidates should be empathetic and patient, with a willingness to assist with personal care. Although experience isn't necessary, a strong attitude and ability to work with children are essential. The position requires flexibility, as it operates term-time, with a preference for full-time availability.

Qualifications

• Empathetic, kind, and patient attitude needed.
• Must have right to work in the UK with a valid visa.
• Two recent references covering the last two years required.

Responsibilities

• Support 1:1 in class or in small groups and provide general support around the class.
• Help pupils to remain focused.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and teaching staff.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Initiative

Job description

Five Education are looking to recruit an In-Class Support Assistant in Bath. As a Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with identified children and young people, encouraging them to learn and challenge themselves. The children have a diagnosis of Special Education Needs (SEN) such as Autism or ADHD and / or mental health challenges. They will need extra help at school in the lessons and at break and lunchtimes.

Experience is not necessary, but a can‑do attitude, resilience and initiative are essential. You will need to be available 8am until 6pm. This work is term time only, the school prefers people who can offer 5 days a week but they will consider people who can work a minimum of two days a week. Please note that personal care is essential for this role.

Responsibilities and duties

• Supporting 1 : 1 in class or in small groups, sometimes general support around the class
• Help pupils to remain focused
• Build a strong relationship with the pupils and teaching staff to ensure that the pupils are achieving their potential

Essential Criteria

• Be empathetic, kind and patient
• Have a right to work in the UK (A Valid Visa)
• Two recent references, covering the last 2 years
• Relevant DBS / Police checks, or willing to obtain*
• Is comfortable with personal care e.g. toileting