SEND Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Support Assistant in Bristol to work with children with Special Educational Needs. The role involves providing support throughout the school day in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will possess a caring nature and be motivated to help children thrive. This position offers competitive hourly pay and various professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development training

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant

Qualifications

• Have a kind and caring nature.
• Be well-organized and flexible.
• Be motivated to support children with Special Educational Needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Special Educational Needs throughout the school day.

Skills

Kind nature

Organizational skills

Motivation to support children

Job description

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As a Support Assistant, you will be supporting children with Special Educational Needs throughout the school day.

About the school

This lovely school in Bristol boasts several outdoor learning and sensory areas, fantastic alternative learning opportunities, and a comfortable, homely atmosphere.

School hours

Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 3:30, term-time only.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of SEND Teaching Support - Bristol, you will:

• Have a kind and caring nature
• Be well-organized and flexible
• Be motivated to support children with Special Educational Needs

Safeguarding

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff registered will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency dedicated to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary

£12 to £13 per hour, depending on experience, training, or qualifications.

Minimum requirements

• To have or be prepared to undergo an Enhanced DBS check

What Vision for Education offers

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria)
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period)
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations)
• Free professional development training, including Team Teach, webinars, safeguarding, and child protection updates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme
• Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant

We do not discriminate on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and welcome applications from all community sections.