Full-time (During term time, 8:30-15:30)

Temporary

Salary: £83-95 per day (including holiday pay)

Five Education is looking for teaching assistants to work in schools in Bath and Keynsham. The role will involve working with young people with SEND and other complex needs. As a highly rewarding role, you will play a vital part in supporting a student's learning journey, working on a one-to-one basis or in small groups. The students have a range of needs including severe and profound learning difficulties, complex needs, autism and sensory impairment with their learning and wellbeing.  You will be responsible for supporting the child with fun daily activities, general supervision and providing companionship. 

Previous experience in supporting individuals with SEND is not essential but beneficial. The perfect candidate would be compassionate, patient and resilient.

Main Responsibilities

Assist students in accessing learning under the guidance of the class teacher

Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times

Support students during transitions between activities and locations within the school

Provide emotional and behavioural support to students, helping them to develop coping strategies and self-regulation skills

Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and other staff members to address the individual needs of students

Essential Criteria

Have an interest in supporting children/young people

Right to work in the UK

Relevant references and DBS/police checks if necessary

Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), 8:30-15:30

What can Five Education offer you?

- Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more

- Free DBS (refunded when you work five days)

- Recommending a friend bonus scheme

- Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Danielle at (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want