Teaching assistant (Must drive)

Five Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Education are seeking a caring and reliable Teaching Assistant to support pupils in schools around the Shipham area near Cheddar, with a focus on supporting children with autism. The role is ideal for someone who is patient, understanding, and confident in supporting pupils with additional needs in the classroom.

The school has great facilities and friendly, supportive staff. Applicants should be proactive, capable of working with teachers and other staff, and committed to safeguarding and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism, either professionally or personally.
• Calm, patient, and nurturing demeanor.
• Able to adapt to individual needs and structured routines.
• Understanding safeguarding and child welfare.
• Experience in a school or SEND setting preferred, but right attitude essential.
• Right to work in the UK – sponsorship not available.
• Two recent references (last two years) required.
• Able to drive.
• Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply; DBS cost (£62.70) is refunded after 20 days.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with autism, either 1:1 or in small groups
• Helping pupils engage with learning activities and daily routines
• Encouraging communication, independence, and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff

Skills

Autism support

Patience

Calm demeanor

Classroom support

Communication

Education

Experience in school or SEND setting

Job description

Five Education are looking for a caring and reliable Teaching Assistant to support pupils in schools in the Shipham area near Cheddar, with a particular focus on supporting children with autism. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, understanding, and confident in supporting pupils with additional needs within the classroom. The school has great facilities and friendly, supportive staff.

Role Includes

• Supporting pupils with autism, either 1:1 or in small groups
• Helping pupils engage with learning activities and daily routines
• Encouraging communication, independence, and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff

Requirements

• Has experience supporting children with autism (professional or personal)
• Is calm, patient, and nurturing
• Can adapt to individual needs and structured routines
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and child welfare
• Experience in a school or SEND setting is preferred, but a positive attitude and the right approach are essential
• 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)
• Able to drive
• Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for 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.