SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school in Bristol. This full-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting children with special educational needs, including Autism and ADHD. The position involves providing personal care, employing effective behaviour management strategies, and working closely with a supportive team. If you are passionate about helping children overcome challenges and thrive in their learning environment, this is an exciting opportunity for you to contribute positively to their educational journey.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above required.
• Experience working with SEN children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with complex needs and physical disabilities.
• Use behaviour management strategies to handle difficult situations.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Experience with SEN children

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Bristol - BS3

An excellent Mainstream Primary School based in Bedminster, Bristol are looking for a SEN teaching assistant to join them ASAP. This is a challenging but rewarding SEN teaching assistant position, providing the opportunity to work with a group of SEN children with either or a combination of Autism, ADHD and social/emotional mental health issues.

• £83.33 - £120 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, Monday - Friday 8.30am to 4pm
• Term time only
• Bristol - BS3

About the role

• Start ASAP
• Providing assistance to children with complex needs and/or physical disabilities including ADHD, ASD, global delay, SEMH, physical and behavioural challenges
• Using effective behaviour management strategies to monitor and diffuse difficult situations.
• Personal care for pupils

The right candidate

• Maths and English at GCSE grade 4/C or above
• Experience working with SEN children - for example youth work, support work, mental health work or SEN in sport
• Empathetic with excellent communication skills

If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant role, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson - Apply now as interviews are taking place as soon as next week!

Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children