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Teaching Assistant - Special Needs

Job in Bristol, Bristol County, BS1, England, UK
Listing for: Randstad Education
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-15
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Teaching Assistant - Special Needs Support

"Teaching assistants are the silent superheroes in the classroom."

Randstad is in search of a SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a wonderful school in Bristol.

This role would suit an individual who wishes to work closely with Children needing additional support in the classroom in their learning and progress.

About the role:

This role can be perfect for someone looking for a new and exciting opportunity working in a local SEN school who has experience handling challenging behaviours.

If you are an enthusiastic and talented person with relevant experience to work with children that have SEMH then this is your next long term role to start ASAP.

This exciting opportunity would include assisting with lesson plans, providing extra assistance to children, and recording and reporting a child's progress to the teacher.

Please apply if you have a strong desire to help kids overcome challenges and have a positive impact on the world!

About the School
:

This SEN school has a solid reputation and is vibrating. It is well-known for its consistent performance and dedication to offering students with high-functioning ASD a creative education. The school wants to foster students' curiosity, perseverance, resilience, and respect.

The school is thrilled to have a long-term SEN TA to join the team and help with whole-class and 1:1 instruction for the rest of the academic year.

Benefits with this wonderful role
:

  • Dedicated consultant with experience of working in Education
  • Free training provided, both online and on-site
  • Specialist career advice and progression opportunities
  • Regular pay with flexible working hours
  • Access to 'Refer a Friend' bonus worth up to £300 in shopping vouchers
  • Opportunity to work at an established school with staff who are as passionate as you are to help children with learning needs.
  • A warm and welcoming team environment, promoting collaboration and support
  • Accessible Public transport links
  • The opportunity for a permanent post
  • The chance to work in a diverse role where everyday is different

Your responsibilities as a SEN TA are:ولت>

  • Work on a 1:1 or small group basis with children who have Special Educational Needs
  • Lesson/work planning for the students you are working with
  • Utilise learning schemes in order to progress your student's learning
  • Report back to parents and teachers regarding the students progress
  • Supporting children's physical, social and emotional well-being
  • Completion of daily records for pupils
  • Classroom preparation for the following school day

Requirements & skills to get started with this job:

  • Experience working with SEN pupils
  • An Enhanced child DBS on the update service
  • Legal right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available with this role)
  • Able to make an impression on both us and our client
  • Previous experience in Schools is preferred (must be able to provide 2 recent professional references)
  • Flexibly adhere to the needs of the children in a professional and friendly manner
  • Good classroom management skills
  • Managing challenging behaviour and supporting the class teacher
  • Ability to assist teachers and other staff to create a positive learning environment for children with social, emotional and mental health needs

When assigning candidates to schools, Randstad Education upholds the highest standards of compliance and child safety. Any selected applicants will have to go through the enhanced DBS check process as part of the compliance process.

If you want more information about this fantastic opportunity or wish to submit your application, please don't hesitate to apply now!

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