SEN Support Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly PAYE pay

Flexible work to suit your schedule

SEND Toolkit access

Funded qualifications: Level 2/3/4/5

Referral bonus £200

GCA Approved Supplier

Job summary

Connex Education is recruiting dedicated SEN Support Teaching Assistants to work within mainstream primary schools across Weston-super-Mare from September 2026. Roles include day-to-day supply, short-term placements and longer-term opportunities, providing flexibility to suit experience and availability.

You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs and staff to provide tailored support to pupils with diverse needs, helping them access the curriculum in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• A patient, caring and resilient approach is important.
• Willingness to learn and develop SEN knowledge and skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures is important.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN throughout the school day.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities.
• Support children with a range of learning and additional needs.
• Assist teachers with delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Adapt approach to suit individual pupils and their specific needs.
• Support pupils to work towards individual targets and EHCP outcomes where applicable.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

SEND experience

Safeguarding knowledge

DBS (Update Service)

Job description

SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Location: Weston-super-Mare
Salary: £93 – £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Connex Education is recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEN Support Teaching Assistants to work within mainstream primary schools across Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding areas, from September 2026.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and helping them overcome barriers to learning. Opportunities are available across day-to-day supply, short-term placements and longer-term roles, providing flexibility to suit your experience and availability.

As an SEN Support Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and other school staff to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs. This may include supporting children with communication difficulties, autism, ADHD, social and emotional needs, learning difficulties and other SEND requirements.

You will play an important role in helping pupils build confidence, develop independence and access their education in a positive and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN throughout the school day
• Help pupils access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities
• Support children with a range of learning and additional needs
• Assist teachers with delivering engaging and accessible learning activities
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour
• Adapt your approach to suit individual pupils and their specific needs
• Support pupils to work towards their individual targets and EHCP outcomes where applicable
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs and other professionals
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Assist with personal care where required, following appropriate training and school guidance
• Promote a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment
• Communicate effectively with school staff regarding pupil progress and wellbeing

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable but not essential
• Experience in schools, childcare, youth work, care or support work is advantageous
• A patient, caring and resilient approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils
• Confidence in adapting your approach to meet individual needs
• A willingness to learn and develop your SEN knowledge and skills
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Opportunities for day-to-day, short-term and long-term work
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit for professional development
• Funded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
• Career progression opportunities through our Care to Classroom conversion course
• Wellbeing support and refresher training
• A supportive and welcoming team with a dedicated education consultant
• Earn a £200 referral bonus for each TA or Teacher we sign up via you!
• GCA Approced Supplier

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.