SEN Teaching Assistant

Supply Staff Limited; Portishead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Staff Ltd in Portishead is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional learning needs in local primary schools. The role involves individual and small-group support and helping pupils develop communication and social skills.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, maintain safeguarding standards and contribute to an inclusive, supportive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children in an educational or childcare setting.
• SEN experience is desirable.
• A patient, understanding and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare or SEN are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assist teachers in adapting classroom activities to support different learning abilities.
• Help pupils develop communication, social and learning skills.
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and support pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Child Protection

Patience

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Portishead, Somerset

Job Type: Full-Time Long Term (5 days a week), Day to Day Supply

Pay Rate: £100-£110 per day

Job Overview

Supply Staff Ltd is looking for caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional learning needs in primary schools across Portishead.

These opportunities suit candidates who are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and develop independence. Previous experience supporting pupils with special educational needs is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assist teachers in adapting classroom activities to support different learning abilities.
• Help pupils develop communication, social and learning skills.
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and support pupil wellbeing.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children in an educational or childcare setting.
• SEN experience is desirable.
• A patient, understanding and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare or SEN are advantageous.

Why Supply Staff Ltd?

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Flexible supply and longer-term opportunities.
• Opportunities to gain experience in local primary schools.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs,