SEN Teaching Assistant

Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A brand new specialist school is opening in January 2027 in Backwell, England, seeking Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 519 with ASD and SEMH needs. You will work closely with the Class Teacher to create a caring, structured, stimulating environment where every learner can thrive.

Role focuses on supporting learning, wellbeing and personal development, with duties spanning planning assistance, feedback, and resource preparation within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English (minimum Functional Skills Level 2).
• Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools (or willingness to work towards).
• Confident ICT skills and a collaborative working style.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning activities and reinforce concepts taught by the teacher.
• Promote positive behaviour and adapt approach to meet individual needs.
• Assist with personal care tasks including hygiene, dressing and eating when required.
• Encourage independence, confidence and personal development.
• Provide clear, accurate feedback on pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Help prepare learning resources and contribute to lesson planning and evaluation.

Skills

Communication skills

ICT skills

Child-centred approach

Education

GCSE Maths & English, Functional Skills Level 2

Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Backwell Hours: 40 hours per week, Term Time Only Salary: £22,996 £25,068 (Actual, dependent on experience & qualifications) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

A brand new specialist school is opening its doors in January 2027, and are looking for a number of dedicated Teaching Assistants to help bring this exciting vision to life. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something genuinely transformative from day one.

The school will provide a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious environment for children and young people aged 519 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With capacity for 96 learners, the aim is to create a safe, enriching and aspirational setting where every pupil can thrive.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, youll play a vital role in supporting pupils learning, wellbeing and personal development. Working closely with the Class Teacher and wider team, youll help create a caring, structured and stimulating environment where every learner is supported to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning activities and reinforce concepts taught by the teacher.
• Promote positive behaviour and adapt your approach to meet individual needs.
• Assist with personal care tasks including hygiene, dressing and eating when required.
• Encourage independence, confidence and personal development.
• Provide clear, accurate feedback on pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Help prepare learning resources and contribute to lesson planning and evaluation.

About You

Essential Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English (minimum Functional Skills Level 2).
• Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools (or willingness to work towards).

Essential Skills & Experience

• A child?centred approach and commitment to treating every learner as an individual.
• Ability to promote independence and positive behaviour.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident ICT skills and a collaborative working style.

Desirable

• Experience within a SEND setting.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.