SEN Teaching Assistant - Bath

Protocol Education Limited; Bath; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Free CPD training

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term placements

Make a difference

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to work in Bath schools. You will support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and other needs, on 1:1 or small-group basis, helping them access engaging lessons and develop confidence.

We welcome graduates and individuals with transferable skills. The role offers flexible hours (full-time, part-time or flexible) and immediate start dates, with free CPD training and dedicated consultant support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Graduates and transferable workers are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and social skills
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff

Skills

Caring

Patient

Adaptable

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Bath

Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities Available

Competitive Daily Pay Rate

Immediate Starts Available

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have the patience, resilience, and enthusiasm to help young people achieve their full potential? We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work in specialist and mainstream schools across Bath.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), learning difficulties, speech and language needs, and complex needs.

The Role:

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and social skills
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff

We Are Looking For:

• A caring, patient, and adaptable individual
• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults is desirable but not essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs
• Graduates, support workers, care workers, youth workers, sports coaches, and those with transferable skills are encouraged to apply

What We Offer:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle
• Free CPD and training, including Behaviour Management, Autism Awareness, Safeguarding, SPLD Awareness, and SEND-focused courses
• Dedicated support from an experienced consultant
• Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent roles
• The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people

At Protocol Education, we work closely with SEND schools and provisions across Bath and the surrounding areas, matching passionate educators with rewarding opportunities to support pupils who need it most.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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