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Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 19 hours ago
Salary: £ 85 - 95 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Bristol
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Are you a flexible, compassionate, and motivated individual looking to make a positive impact in education? Five Education is seeking Supply Teaching Assistants to work across a range of school settings in BS3 (including Southville, Bedminster, Ashton, and surrounding areas). This role is ideal for those who enjoy variety and want to gain experience supporting children and young people with SEND in a range of settings.
As a supply TA, you’ll work on a flexible, day-to-day basis (with opportunity to move into long-term and contract roles) in local nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools, and specialist SEND provisions. You’llsupport students with their learning, emotional wellbeing, and daily routines, adapting your approach to suit the age group and individual needs of each student.
At Five Education, we welcome both experienced professionals and those new to education who are enthusiastic about making a difference. You’ll be supported throughout your placement with training opportunities such as Team Teach, PMLD Awareness and Makaton, along with ongoing guidance from your dedicated consultant.
Main Responsibilities:
Support the learning and development of pupils across early years, primary, secondary, or SEND settings
Work with individuals or small groups under the direction of the class teacher or SENCO
Assist with classroom tasks, activities, and resource preparation
Promote positive behaviour and help manage any challenging situations calmly and professionally
Provide personal care or physical support, if required, particularly in SEND settings
Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times
Essential Criteria:
Empathetic, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting young people
Flexible and adaptable – happy to work across different school types and age groups
Available to work Monday to Friday, 8:30 – 15:30 (term-time only)
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)
Up to date DBS/police check, or be willing to obtain 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.
What can Five Education offer you?
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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
Pay
Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fees or employer’s NI. Please note the pay rate is for illustration and includes 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.
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.
Interested?
If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Anika. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.
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