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SEN Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 11 days ago
Salary: £ 89 - 100 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Bristol
Expire in: 16 days
Job Description
Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant
Locations: Bristol, Bath, and Gloucestershire
Key Stages: 1 – 4
Pay: £89 - £100 per day
Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting the next group of Teaching Assistants to support classes of students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), which may include mental health challenges, physical disabilities, and emotional or behavioural difficulties. An empathetic and understanding personality is a key requirement for this role. You will work with students aged 5–16 and play a critical part in their academic journey.
Position Details
Start Date: September 2025
Work available in: Bristol, Bath, and Gloucestershire
Hours: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm (may vary depending on the school)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, term time only
Opportunities to transition to a permanent contract with the school for the right candidate
What You’ll Do
Support students with SEN, either in small groups or one-to-one, depending on each student’s specific needs
Work closely with other Teaching Assistants to support student learning and development
Assist the classroom teacher in delivering the school's tailored curriculum, ensuring students stay engaged and involved with lesson content
Support the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
Build trusting relationships with students, helping them feel safe and perform at their academic best
Assist with learning activities and classwork, providing support as needed
The Ideal Candidate
Experience with SEN or challenging behaviour (either professional or personal) is desirable but not essential
Someone with a genuine passion for education, looking to begin or continue their career
Strong behaviour management and communication skills
The ability to adapt your approach to suit different students and their individual needs
Why Choose Teaching Personnel?
Flexible working – choose your own schedule, whether part-time or full-time
Weekly pay through PAYE (no deductions via umbrella companies)
Ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) opportunities, including Team Teach training
£50 referral bonus for every friend or family member you refer who works five days with us
A dedicated personal consultant to support you throughout your journey
Ready to take the next step? Apply below.
Applications must include your most up-to-date CV to be considered for the role.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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