SEND Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a SEND Learning Support Assistant to support primary pupils with SEMH needs in Bristol. The role offers full-time hours, Monday to Friday, starting January 2027.

You will work with KS1 and KS2 pupils, using Team Teach strategies to maintain a calm, structured classroom and support emotional wellbeing. This position requires Team Teach qualification and experience supporting children with SEND.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND or SEMH needs.
• Team Teach training or qualification is required.
• KS1/KS2 experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across KS1 and KS2 with learning and emotional needs.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
• Use Team Teach strategies to manage challenging situations safely.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and emotional regulation.

Skills

SEMH experience

KS1/KS2 support

Behaviour management

Education

Team Teach

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant | SEMH | £14.25 to £16.50 per hour | Bristol

Location: Bristol

Pay: £14.25 to £16.50 per hour

Start date: January 2027

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Specialism: SEMH, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2

Qualification: Team Teach

Make a real difference in a child's school day!

Are you a passionate SEND teaching assistant who enjoys helping children overcome challenges, build confidence and achieve their potential?

TeacherActive is looking for a caring, resilient and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to support primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with

Team Teach training who wants to use their skills to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

Starting in

January 2027, you'll have the chance to build meaningful relationships with pupils, support their emotional wellbeing and celebrate their progress every day.

Why this role could be perfect for you

£14.25 to £16.50 per hour: Competitive pay for your experience and skills

Full-time hours: A consistent Monday to Friday working pattern

January start: Begin the new year with a rewarding opportunity

Make a genuine impact: Help children develop confidence, resilience and independence

Use your Team Teach skills: Support pupils using positive behaviour management and de‑escalation strategies

Develop your career: Gain further experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs

What will you be doing?

As a SEND learning support assistant, you'll work with pupils across

KS1 and KS2, providing the encouragement, structure and individual support they need to succeed.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs

Providing one-to-one and small-group learning support

Using Team Teach strategies to help pupils manage challenging situations safely

Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence

Building trusting relationships with pupils who may find school challenging

Supporting teachers in creating a calm, structured and inclusive classroom

Celebrating progress in learning, behaviour and personal development

Who are we looking for?

We'd love to hear from you if you:

Hold a Team Teach qualification

Have experience supporting children with SEND or SEMH needs

Are confident using positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques

Have a patient, calm and understanding approach

Enjoy working with primary-aged children across KS1 and KS2

Can build positive relationships with pupils and school staff

Are available full-time from January 2027

Have you worked as a SEND teaching assistant, learning support assistant or in a specialist education setting?

Your experience could make a real difference to the children you'll be supporting.

What can TeacherActive offer you?

Competitive hourly rates of £14.25 to £16.50

A dedicated recruitment consultant to support you

Access to CPD courses and certificates through My-Progression

Opportunities to develop your SEND and SEMH experience

PAYE payments with no hidden administration charges

TeacherActive referral scheme offering up to £100 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply)

Support throughout the registration and onboarding process

Ready to start something rewarding in January?

If you're a Team Teach-trained learning support assistant looking for a full-time opportunity in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.

Call TeacherActive on 0117 223 2200 to find out more.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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