SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

Do you have experience working with children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties, or additional support needs? If so, we would love to hear from you.

Affinity Workforce Solutions is seeking dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils across a range of primary and secondary schools in Bristol, Keynsham, and surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people while developing your skills within supportive and inclusive school settings.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and wider school staff to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs. You may support children on a one-to-one basis, in small groups, or within the classroom environment.

You will be supporting pupils with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Severe and Complex Learning Difficulties
• Additional educational and behavioural needs

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Support learning and engagement both inside and outside the classroom.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Implement personalised learning and behaviour support plans.
• Promote independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and mental health development.
• Assist with classroom activities and interventions.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and families where appropriate.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Are patient, caring, resilient, and enthusiastic.
• Have excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Are passionate about helping children achieve their full potential.
• Can adapt their approach to meet individual needs.
• Work effectively as part of a team.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Schools and education settings
• Care and support work
• Residential childcare
• Youth work
• Health and social care
• Psychology-related roles
• Mental health support services

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £92.58 - £118.50 per day
• Flexible working opportunities
• Daily supply, short-term, and long-term assignments
• Potential permanent opportunities within partner schools
• Dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support
• Free safeguarding and compliance training
• Access to ongoing CPD and professional development courses
• Support with CV writing and job applications
• Fast and efficient registration process
• £200 referral bonus for Teachers and £100 referral bonus for Teaching Assistants
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on children's educational journeys

Apply Today

If you have experience supporting children and young people with SEND and are passionate about promoting inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for exciting SEND Teaching Assistant opportunities across Bristol, Keynsham, and surrounding areas.

Affinity Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and compliance checks.