SEND Teaching Assistant

Five Education; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider in Bristol is hiring teaching assistants to work with students experiencing various additional needs. Candidates should be compassionate and adaptable, able to work full-time during term time. The role includes providing tailored support both in small groups and 1:1 settings. Essential criteria include the right to work in the UK and an up-to-date DBS check. The organization offers free specialized training and a bonus scheme for referrals.

Benefits

Free specialized training

Free DBS refund upon working 20 days

Friend recommendation bonus

Specialist support and mentoring

Qualifications

• Able to work 5 days a week during term time, Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30.
• Must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
• Minimum of two recent references covering the last two years.
• Up-to-date DBS/police check, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students 1:1 and in small groups to make the curriculum accessible.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of students during break and lunch.
• Helping students develop social skills and self-regulation.
• Collaborating with teachers and staff to meet students' needs.

Skills

Compassion

Adaptability

Confidence in managing behaviour

Job description

Overview

Five Education is currently recruiting teaching assistants to work across a range of schools in and around East Bristol. These positions involve supporting students with a variety of additional needs such as ASC, Down syndrome, ADHD and SEMH difficulties. We work with both mainstream and specialist schools, with opportunities to support pupils from early years through to secondary school. Some roles will see you working 1:1 with a specific student, while others will involve offering more general classroom support. In all cases, you'll be providing tailored assistance to help young people develop socially, emotionally and academically. While prior experience is welcome, it\'s not essential. We\'re looking for people who are compassionate, adaptable, and confident when it comes to managing behaviour.

Main Responsibilities

• Supporting students both 1:1 and in small groups by making the curriculum accessible and fun
• Always ensuring the safety and well-being of students including at break and lunch times
• Helping students to develop social skills and self-regulation skills
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCo and other staff members to address the individual needs of students

Essential Criteria

• Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30
• Right to work in the UK - we CANNOT accept sponsorship or a skilled worker visa
• Minimum two recent references, covering the last two years
• Up-to-date DBS/police check, or be willing to obtain one

Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What can Five Education offer you?

• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support / mentoring while you are working

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Kate. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer\'s NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting

Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS. There will also be an interview.

Diversity

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.

Contact Kate for more information at: contact through Five Education channel or visit our website.