SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Free SEND Toolkit

Funded qualifications

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking dedicated SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistants to support individual pupils across Bridgwater and surrounding areas from September 2026. This role offers day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities, with pay of £93–£110 per day and weekly PAYE.

You’ll provide personalised 1:1 support to help a pupil access lessons, work on targets and build confidence and independence in the classroom, with ongoing guidance from an education consultant.

Qualifications

• The right attitude, patience and ability to build a genuine connection with children are essential.
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Experience with SEND is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised 1:1 support to help a pupil access learning.
• Help a pupil access lessons and engage with the curriculum.
• Support children with needs such as autism, ADHD, communication difficulties and learning challenges.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.

Skills

Patient

Caring

Resilient

Communicator

Team player

Reliable

Enthusiastic

Eager to learn

Job description

SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Location: Bridgwater & surrounding areas
Pay: £93–£110 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Day-to-day, short-term & long-term opportunities

Make a real difference, one pupil at a time.

Are you passionate about supporting children with SEND and helping them reach their potential?Do you enjoy building strong relationships with pupils and providing the individual attention, encouragement and consistency they need to succeed?

Connex Education is looking for dedicated and compassionate SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools across Bridgwater and the surrounding areas from September 2026.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with individual pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and become more independent in the classroom.

Whether you’re an experienced SEN TA or looking to build your experience working with children with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you.

Why work with Connex?

• £93–£110 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies
• Flexible day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities
• Opportunities to work in supportive primary schools across Bridgwater
• A dedicated education consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• Free SEND Toolkit to develop your knowledge and confidence
• Funded qualifications, including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
• Career progression through our Care to Classroom conversion course
• Wellbeing support and refresher training
• £200 referral bonus for every TA or Teacher you successfully refer who joins us
• GCA Approved Supplier

What will you be doing?

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll provide personalised support to help an individual pupil access learning and get the most out of their school day.

You could be:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Helping a pupil access lessons and engage with the curriculum
• Supporting children with needs such as autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, learning difficulties and social & emotional needs
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive behaviour
• Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Breaking down tasks and adapting activities to make learning accessible
• Encouraging pupils to participate in classroom and school activities
• Supporting pupils to work towards their individual targets and EHCP outcomes
• Building a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil you support
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team
• Providing personal care where required, following appropriate training and school guidance
• Helping create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment

What we’re looking for

You don’t necessarily need previous SEN experience. The right attitude, patience and ability to build a genuine connection with children are just as important.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Patient, caring and resilient
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils
• Calm and consistent in their approach
• Able to adapt their support to suit an individual child
• A strong communicator and team player
• Reliable, enthusiastic and willing to learn
• Interested in developing their SEN knowledge and career

Experience working with SEND, schools, childcare, youth work, care or support work is advantageous, but not essential.

You’ll also need:

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education
• The right to work in the UK
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re looking for a role where you can build a meaningful relationship with a pupil and see the difference your support makes every day, this could be the opportunity for you.

Whether you’re an experienced SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant or looking to take your first step into education, Connex Education can help you find the right role in Bridgwater and support you throughout your journey.

Call: 0117 486 5001
Email: [e-mail]

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.