SEND Teaching Assistants

Five Education Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles is seeking teaching assistants in the Bristol area to support children with additional needs in schools. Ideal candidates have a background in teaching, care, or coaching. Key responsibilities include working one-on-one with students to enhance their learning and social skills. Opportunities for training in Makaton and PMLD Awareness are offered to aid personal and professional development.

Benefits

Training opportunities in Makaton and PMLD Awareness

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• A background in teaching, care, coaching, or support roles.
• Experience working with children with additional needs is beneficial.
• Training such as Makaton, PMLD Awareness, and Team Teach provided.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students both 1:1 and in small groups.
• Helping students to develop social skills and self-regulation skills.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Patience

Ability to establish relationships

Education

Graduated in Psychology, Education, or Health and Social Care

Job description

Do you have a background in teaching, care, coaching or support roles?

Have you recently graduated in Psychology, Education or Health and Social Care?

Are you looking to build your experience working in a SEND setting?

If any of these categories apply to you, we may be able to place you in one of our vacancies supporting children with additional needs in mainstream and specialist schools around South Gloucestershire. As a teaching assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with young people, encouraging them to learn and challenge themselves. A compassionate and patient approach is essential, as well as the ability to establish trusting relationships with students to encourage their academic and personal development.

As well as seeking experienced educators, we are also ready to assist compassionate and eager individuals in gaining vital experience. Whilst working for Five Education, you will benefit from training such as Makaton, PMLD Awareness and Team Teach, and have a dedicated consultant who will help you every step of the way : Kate - that's me!

Main Responsibilities

• Supporting students both 1 : 1 and in small groups
• Helping students to develop social skills and self-regulation skills