SEND Teaching Assistant

Description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: North Somerset

Salary: £100 - £120 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Connex Education is currently recruiting passionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to support a variety of specialist schools across North Somerset from September 2026.

These roles involve working within specialist educational settings that support children and young people with a range of additional needs including Autism (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), SEMH needs, communication difficulties and complex needs.

We are looking for compassionate and adaptable individuals who are committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential within supportive and nurturing environments. Opportunities are available on a day-to-day, short-term, and long-term basis, offering flexibility to suit your availability and career goals.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups within the classroom

Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities

Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social development

Promote positive behaviour and encourage independence where appropriate

Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and pastoral teams

Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs

What We’re Looking For

Experience working with children or young people with SEND, SEMH, or additional needs is desirable

A calm, patient, and empathetic approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education

Right to work in the UK

Why Join Connex Education?

Competitive daily pay rates

PAYE paid weekly

Free access to our SEND Toolkit and CPD training courses

Funded formal qualifications including:

Level 2 SEND

Level 3 Teaching & Learning

Level 4 HLTA

Level 5 TEFL

Career progression opportunities and specialist training pathways

Wellbeing support and refresher training for working in modern classrooms

Flexible work opportunities to suit your lifestyle and career goals

Ongoing support from a dedicated Connex Education consultant

Apply Today

If you are interested in this rewarding opportunity or would like to discuss other SEND roles across North Somerset, apply today.

For more information, contact the Connex Education Bristol team on (phone number removed) or email .

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment.

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. xjnqpsq We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check

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