SEND Teaching Assistant

E-ACT Venturers' Academy; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension schemes (LGPS or TPS)

Life cover

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work

TLR progression & CPD

Wellbeing support

Job summary

E-ACT Venturers’ Academy in Bristol is seeking a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team and support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition to access learning and build confidence.

You will work closely with children to deliver tailored support, assist with EHCPs, promote positive behaviour, and nurture independence in a nurturing, inclusive environment across our three sites. This role is permanent, 37 hours/week, 39 weeks/year.

Qualifications

• GCSEs English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above.
• A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable).
• Commitment to supporting children and young people with SEND, particularly Autism Spectrum Condition.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under the direction of teaching staff.
• Strong communication skills and a calm, patient, and flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students with Autism Spectrum Condition, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions.
• Support individual and small groups of students to access learning, following teacher planning and guidance.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using consistent, trauma-informed and autism-aware strategies.
• Build strong, respectful relationships that support students’ confidence, independence, and wellbeing.
• Assist in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and personalised learning strategies.
• Support personal care needs where required, with dignity and respect.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm demeanor

Autism awareness

Education

GCSEs English & Maths (4/C or above)

Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)

Job description

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Venturers’ Academy, Bristol

Venturers’ Academy is seeking a committed and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team and support pupils with additional learning needs to achieve their full potential. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition providing tailored support that enables them to access learning, develop independence, and build confidence. As part of our nurturing and inclusive environment, you will play a vital role in ensuring every pupil feels supported, valued and empowered to succeed both academically and personally.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students with Autism Spectrum Condition, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions
• Support individual and small groups of students to access learning, following teacher planning and guidance
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using consistent, trauma-informed and autism-aware strategies
• Build strong, respectful relationships that support students’ confidence, independence, and wellbeing
• Assist in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and personalised learning strategies
• Support personal care needs where required, with dignity and respect

Pay range:

• NJC 8 - 13 - £24,370.72 - £26,405.94
• FTE - £27,709.00 - £30,023.00
• 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above
• A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)
• A commitment to supporting children and young people with SEND, particularly Autism Spectrum Condition
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and under the direction of teaching staff
• Strong communication skills and a calm, patient, and flexible approach

E-ACT Venturers’ Academy | Where everything’s possible

We are proud to lead a school where every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive. Venturers Academy is a specialist academy for students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), dedicated to providing an exceptional, nurturing environment where every learner can flourish.

Our approach is built on high aspirations, personalised support, and an unwavering belief in our students’ potential. We celebrate individuality, build confidence, and empower young people to achieve meaningful success, academically, socially, and emotionally.

Venturers Academy is based across three sites: our Secondary site at Hareclive Road, and two Primary sites at Withywood Road and St Anne’s Park. Each site is a place of opportunity, collaboration, and growth.

Whether you are an experienced educator or just beginning your journey in education, we offer a supportive, inclusive environment where your talents will be nurtured, your professional development encouraged, and your contributions truly valued.

At Venturers Academy, we do more than educate, we inspire, support, and enable every child, and every colleague, to reach their full potential.

What are we about?

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.

E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

Benefits:

• Financial and Lifestyle
• We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
• Professional Growth and Development
• We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
• Culture and Wellbeing
• Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.