Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Oasisacademynewoak; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Academy New Oak in Bristol is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join The Orchard Autism Resource Base. You will support learners with differentiated needs, help them access learning, and calmly manage challenging behaviours within a structured setting to maximise potential.

Essential requirements include NVQ/VRQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent, Maths and English GCSEs at A*-C/9-4, and prior SEN experience.

Qualifications

• NVQ/VRQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Maths and English GCSE grade A-C (9-4) or Numeracy/Literacy Level 2 or equivalent.
• Experience in a specialist SEN setting, resource base, or SEN provision.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with differentiated needs and access to learning.
• Manage complex behaviours in a structured learning environment.
• Promote an inclusive, positive learning atmosphere to help students reach their potential.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Behaviour management

Education

NVQ/VRQ Level 3 TA

Job description

* Teaching Assistant (SEN)# Teaching Assistant (SEN)EmployerLocation: Bristol, BristolContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: 10 monthsSalary: OCL SCP 7-11 (Salary: £27,274 - £29,071)Posted: 10th September 2026Start Date: 2nd November 2026Expires: 25th September 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: 2nd November 2026Job ID: 1573195Start Date: 2nd November 2026* Contract Type:Fixed term contract* Contract Length: 10 months* Job ID: 1573195* Share :Oasis Academy New Oak currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a SEN Teaching Assistant in 'The Orchard', our Autism Resource Base.**Job overview**You'll have an enthusiasm for supporting learners with differentiated needs, providing learning support with a positive and inclusive outlook, and managing sometimes complex behaviours within a structured learning environment to ensure differently-abled learners can reach their full potential.**Requirements**NVQ/VRQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent.Maths and English GCSE grade A\\* - C / 9-4 or Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 on the NQF or equivalent.Previous experience working in a specialist setting, resource base, or SEN Provision.Passion and commitment for supporting learners with specific needs.An empathetic, patient and tolerant demeanour.Key organisation and communication skills.Experience with managing complex behaviours and helping SEN learners to achieve.We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice where all staff can thrive. We believe that supporting our staff both personally and professionally allows them to give their very best to our students.**Working Pattern**Term Time Only (including inset days).39 Weeks per Year.34.17 Hours per Week (34 Hours and 10 Minutes).**Recruitment timeline**We are looking to get the right candidate in role from 2nd November 2026. We actively encourage early applications, and we reserve the right to close the job posting early if we find the right candidate.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy New Oak is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy New OakPart of### Oasis Community Learning