SEN Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants in North Bristol to support students aged 2-19 with additional needs. This rewarding role involves working closely with teachers to foster learning and emotional growth. Flexible working hours are available, and prior experience is not essential as full training will be provided. Join us in making a real difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses

Flexible working options

Exceptional service and support

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in supporting young people, especially those with mental health needs.
• Previous experience with PECS, Makaton, personal care is a bonus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs in their learning and emotional growth.
• Work closely with class teachers to create engaging activities.
• Help children develop social skills and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants Needed - North Bristol

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?

Do you have a calm, caring nature and a natural ability to build strong relationships?

We're looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our team across a number of SEN Schools across North Bristol.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people aged 2-19 with additional needs, including ASD, SLD, SPD, PMLD, communication difficulties and behaviour that challenges.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting pupils with additional needs in their learning, development and emotional growth
• Working closely with class teachers to create engaging and interactive activities
• Helping children develop social skills and positive relationships
• Maintaining a safe, supportive and nurturing environment
• Making a genuine difference to young people's lives every day

What we're looking for:

• A genuine interest in supporting young people, especially those with mental health needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy and resilience
• Previous experience with PECS, Makaton, personal care (not required in all settings) and medication administration is a bonus - but not essential as full training will be given

The role:

• Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, term time only
• Pay: from 90 per day
• Flexible: part-time or full-time options available
• Start: Immediate starts available (with potential for permanent contracts for the right person)
• Location: North Bristol SEN schools

Why work with us?

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice.
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College.
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you.
• Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running.
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and where your impact is truly valued, we'd love to hear from you!

Click 'Apply Now' to start your journey as a SEN Teaching Assistant today!