At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs in a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Company: Join a respected Multi-Academy Trust focused on community and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible roles, professional development, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and a dedicated consultant to support you.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEND, care, or youth work is helpful but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 27300 - 40000 £ per year.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Salary: £93 – £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Connex Education is working exclusively with a large and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust (BWMAT) that supports a wide network of schools across Somerset. The Trust is recognised for its inclusive values, strong community focus, supportive leadership and commitment to nurturing both pupils and staff. Many of the schools have strong links to their local communities and place a high emphasis on wellbeing, collaboration, and high-quality teaching and learning.
Connex Education is recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work across a range of supportive primary schools throughout Somerset - Taunton, Bridgwater, Highbridge. This advert is ideal for people who enjoy variety, want to build experience across different school settings, and are passionate about helping children with additional needs access learning in a positive, inclusive environment.
Roles may include:
- Day-to-day supply
- Regular part-time work
- Longer-term placements
Responsibilities include:
- Provide targeted support for pupils with a range of additional learning needs
- Help pupils develop independence, confidence and positive learning habits
- Follow guidance from teachers, SENDCos and wider school teams
Requirements:
- Previous SEND, care, youth work or classroom experience is helpful but not essential
- Genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs
- Understanding of safeguarding or willingness to complete relevant training
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply
Why join Connex Education?
- Competitive daily rates paid weekly through PAYE
- Flexible roles across a wide network of Somerset primary schools
- Free access to our SEND Toolkit for professional development
- Funded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
- Career progression opportunities through our Care to Classroom conversion course
- Wellbeing support and refresher training for modern classroom settings
- A dedicated education consultant to support you throughout your placement
- Earn a £200 referral bonus for each TA or Teacher we sign up via you!
If you are looking for meaningful SEND support work across Somerset and want to be part of a trusted education agency working with supportive local schools, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
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. 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.
Immediate start - SEN Teaching Assistant (Temporary) employer: Connex Education Partnership Limited (Bristol)
Connex Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment across a network of primary schools in Somerset. With competitive pay, flexible roles, and a strong commitment to professional development, including funded qualifications and career progression opportunities, you will find meaningful work that makes a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs. Join a community-focused organisation that values diversity and prioritises the wellbeing of both staff and pupils.
Contact Details:
Connex Education Partnership Limited (Bristol) Recruitment Team
