Teaching Assistant - SEN

We're looking for a caring, patient and committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Bristol. You'll be supporting one child to access learning, build confidence and enjoy school life, while becoming part of a team that believes every child deserves the chance to thrive.

This is a school where children are encouraged to be curious, kind and ambitious. Learning goes beyond the classroom, with a strong focus on character development, creativity, inclusion and helping pupils become confident, lifelong learners. Staff work together to create a happy, nurturing environment where every child is known, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with additional learning needs
• Helping deliver personalised learning activities and strategies
• Building positive relationships that encourage confidence, independence and progress
• Working closely with teachers, SEND professionals and families to provide consistent support
• Creating a calm, safe and engaging environment where every day brings new opportunities to learn

• Has experience working with children, particularly those with Special Educational Needs
• Is calm, patient and genuinely enjoys helping children succeed
• Communicates well and works positively as part of a team
• Can adapt their approach to meet the individual needs of the child
• Holds relevant qualifications or training in education or SEND, although this isn't essential if you have the right experience and attitude

• Pay from £14.25 per hour
  , increasing with experience
• School hours of 8:30am to 3:30pm
  , helping you enjoy a healthy work-life balance
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Ongoing professional development, including Team Teach training
• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
• Dedicated support from your local Protocol Education consultant
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
• The chance to make a genuine difference in a child's life, every single day

If you're ready to be the calm, encouraging presence that helps a child flourish, we'd love to hear from you.

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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.

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