Teaching assistant. Job in Almondsbury Education & Training Jobs

Five Education; Almondsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support provider in Almondsbury is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a pupil with special educational needs. Responsibilities include building trust, collaborating with teachers, and fostering a safe learning environment. The ideal candidate has experience with SEND, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality support. This full-time role offers opportunities for training and a rewarding work atmosphere.

Benefits

Free specialised training

Free DBS

Recommending a friend bonus scheme

Specialist support/mentoring

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality support.
• Hold a current DBS check or be willing to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one support tailored to the pupil.
• Build a trusting relationship to help the pupil engage in learning.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to support positive behaviour.

Skills

Experience with children with SEND

Patient and understanding approach

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

Do you have a genuine desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with SEND?

We are seeking a calm, compassionate, and committed Teaching Assistant (TA) to offer dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil at a welcoming and inclusive primary school with supportive staff and excellent facilities in north Bristol. This role focuses on providing steady, individualised assistance that gives the student the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing and secure learning environment. Full-time availability is preferred but not essential.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one support tailored to the individual needs of the pupil throughout the school day.
• Build a trusting and supportive relationship to help the pupil gain confidence and engage in learning.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENDCo to support positive behaviour and personalised learning strategies.
• Ensure the pupil feels heard, understood, and valued.
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom atmosphere.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working with children with special educational needs and disabilities.
• A patient, understanding, and nurturing approach to supporting behaviour and learning.
• A strong commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality support to all pupils.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work closely with school staff and families.

Essential Requirements

• Right to work in the UK – we are unable to offer sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
• Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
• Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one. 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, which will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What 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 Joseph 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 the pay rate is for illustration and does not 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.

EEO Statement: 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 Joseph on (phone number removed) / (url removed)