Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education; West of England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Bristol, with opportunities in primary, secondary and SEND settings. Candidates from varied backgrounds are encouraged—experience as teaching assistant, support worker, youth worker or volunteering is welcomed, with 6+ months TA experience considered.

Roles include 1:1 and small-group support, helping with classroom activities, and fostering inclusive, safe learning environments

Qualifications

• Experience as Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, Support Worker, Youth Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, or relevant volunteering experience.
• 6+ months Teaching Assistant experience is considered.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 or small-group pupil support.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and learning.
• Support children with SEND (Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and other complex needs).
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Job description

Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant – Bristol | Full-Time & Supply

Teaching Experience? SEND Experience? Support Work? We Want to Hear From You!

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people and looking for your next opportunity in education?

Protocol Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants across Bristol. We are open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including Teaching Assistants, SEN TAs, Support Workers, Youth Workers, Mental Health Support Workers, and candidates with relevant volunteering experience.

Whether you're experienced in a school setting or looking to transfer your existing skills into education, we'd love to hear from you!

Your experience could include:

• Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant experience.
• Learning Support Assistant experience.
• Support Worker or Care Worker experience.
• Youth Work or mentoring experience.
• Mental Health Support Work.
• Experience supporting children or young people.
• Relevant volunteering within schools, nurseries, charities, or community settings.
• 6+ months of Teaching Assistant experience is also considered.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small-group basis.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning.
• Supporting children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and complex needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and independence.
• Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff.

We are looking for people who are:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people.
• Patient, caring, and resilient.
• Confident communicating with pupils and staff.
• Adaptable and willing to learn.
• Able to build positive relationships.
• Experienced working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay.
• Full-time and supply opportunities available.
• Opportunities across Primary, Secondary, and SEND schools.
• Free CPD and specialist training.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunities for long‑term and permanent positions.
• Gain valuable experience and develop your career in education.

Location: Bristol

Roles: Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract: Full-Time & Supply

Start: September / Immediate opportunities

Your previous experience could be the perfect fit for a school.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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