SEN Teaching Assistant

Affinity Partnerships; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Permanent opportunities

Across Somerset

Full induction

SEN and safeguarding training

Job summary

Affinity Partnerships is recruiting Teaching Assistants to work across Somerset schools, supporting pupils including those with SEND. You will assist in classrooms, help deliver activities, and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

You will collaborate with teachers, adapt materials, and foster pupil confidence and independence. Opportunities include flexible schedules and full induction, with safeguarding training provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals (desirable).
• Background in education, SEN, care, support work, youth work, or similar sectors.
• Patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist children with additional learning, behavioural, or communication needs.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning activities.
• Encourage pupil participation, confidence, and independence.
• Support positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Adapt learning resources to meet individual pupil needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patient

Compassionate

Education

Experience in education/SEN/care

Tools

Adaptability

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist children with additional learning, behavioural, or communication needs
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning activities
• Encourage pupil participation, confidence, and independence
• Support positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Adapt learning resources to meet individual pupil needs
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

About You

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals (desirable)
• Background in education, SEN, care, support work, youth work, or similar sectors
• Patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach
• Passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles
• Reliable, proactive, and committed to making a difference

The Package

• Competitive daily rates and permanent opportunities available
• Positions available across Somerset
• Opportunities within well-established academy trusts and local schools
• Full induction and ongoing professional development
• SEN and safeguarding training provided
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
• Supportive school environments with experienced leadership teams
• Clear pathways for career progression within education

Affinity Partnerships is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

About Us

Affinity Partnerships is recruiting dedicated, caring, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work across a range of schools throughout Somerset. We are proud to partner with multiple trusted academy trusts and schools, offering rewarding opportunities to support children and young people in the classroom, including pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). These roles are ideal for individuals with experience in education, care, support work, youth work, or anyone passionate about helping children reach their full potential.

Role Overview

Due to increasing demand across our partner schools, we are seeking Teaching Assistants who are confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Join Affinity Partnerships and help make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people across Somerset.