SEN Teaching Assistant — Flexible Local Roles & Impact

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

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.