SEN Support Staff

Protocol Education Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational support agency in South Bristol is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs. The role involves providing 1:1 and small group assistance while collaborating with educators and specialists. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications and a passion for creating a nurturing environment. Competitive pay is offered along with comprehensive training and support.

Benefits

Free CPD and SEND training

Support from a dedicated consultant

Referral rewards for introducing fellow educators

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with additional needs is essential.
• Ability to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Work with SENCOs, therapists, and teaching staff.
• Help in creating a nurturing educational space.

Skills

1:1 support for pupils with SEND

Collaboration with SENCOs and therapists

Creating a nurturing environment

Education

Relevant qualifications and training

Job description

Support Staff (TAs / SEND Support)

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: South Bristol
Pay: £89–£94/day

You’re the glue that holds the classroom together, the calm voice when things feel overwhelming, and the steady presence pupils rely on. If you’re passionate about supporting children with additional needs, Protocol Education would love to connect you with schools in South Bristol that truly value their support staff.

Your role will include:

• 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Working alongside SENCOs, therapists, and teachers to meet pupil needs
• Helping create a safe, nurturing space where every child can thrive

All roles include:

• Weekly PAYE pay—straightforward and fair
• Free CPD and SEND training to help you grow in your role
• Support from a dedicated consultant who’s always on hand
• Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• Referral rewards for introducing fellow educators

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to make a daily difference. Apply now or give our Bristol branch a call on 0117 945 3960.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’; this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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