SEND Teaching Assistant

Description

Are you a patient, engaging, and resilient Learning Support Assistant ready to make a real difference?

• Confident supporting pupils with additional needs and managing challenging behaviour?

• Looking for a rewarding 1:1 role in a supportive Bristol primary school?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming primary school in Bristol that is seeking a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant to work 1:1 with a Year 3 pupil who has significant special needs. The role is ongoing every Thursday and Friday, supporting the child with a personalised curriculum tailored to his developmental level.

This is a hands-on and rewarding position supporting a pupil who requires a personalised approach to learning and engagement. The ideal candidate will be patient, fun, and creative—someone who can build trust, encourage positive interactions, and use adaptable strategies to promote both academic and emotional development.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience supporting pupils with SEND, ideally with behavioural or developmental needs

A calm, confident approach to de-escalating behaviour and encouraging positive choices

Ability to adapt learning materials and activities to suit individual needs

A self-starter who can work independently and use their initiative

A warm, caring personality with a good sense of humour and resilience

Enhanced Child-Only DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

What the School Offers:

A friendly and supportive team environment

Ongoing collaboration with experienced SEND staff

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s learning journey

Potential for long-term work within the school

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*

CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

Email: (url removed)

Phone: (phone number removed)

Click ‘APPLY NOW’ and take your next step in making a difference.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

Ad ID: 5417257664