Teaching Assistant

Five Education; Bristol; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Education seeks a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs in Bristol. The role involves providing tailored support, fostering an inclusive environment, and collaborating with educational staff. Ideal candidates will have a patient approach and share a commitment to safeguarding children.

Benefits

Free specialised training in areas like Team Teach and Autism Awareness

Free DBS, refunded after 20 days of work

Recommendation bonus scheme

Specialist support and mentoring

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND preferred.
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils.
• Assist in planning and delivering individualized learning programmes.
• Promote a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs?

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and vibrant team at a well-respected SEND school in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a nurturing environment and is committed to helping children reach their full potential.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other staff to support students with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, learning disabilities, and emotional or behavioral challenges.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils, both in and outside of the classroom.

Assist in the planning and delivery of individualised learning programmes.

Promote a positive, inclusive learning environment that encourages student independence.

Support pupils with personal care and emotional regulation when needed.

Help maintain a safe and stimulating classroom environment.

Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to support pupils' development.

What We're Looking For:
Experience working with children or young people with SEND (preferred but not essential).

A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach to supporting learning and behaviour.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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.

Please note, the roles are term time only and start ASAP until July 22nd. It will be then pick up again from September onwards.

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 Danielle at (phone number removed). 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.

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 Danielle on (phone number removed) / (url removed)