At a Glance
- Tasks: Support primary school pupils with additional needs and help them thrive in their learning.
- Company: Join Connex Education, a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, professional development, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and a welcoming team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND is a plus; compassion and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 28000 £ per year.
Connex Education is seeking enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils within primary schools across Bristol from September 2026. We have opportunities available on a flexible supply, short-term, and long-term basis, supporting children with a variety of additional needs. Working closely with teaching staff and SEND teams, you will play an important role in helping pupils access learning and reach their full potential. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience while making a positive impact on children's educational development.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide tailored support for pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Assist with classroom activities and differentiated learning tasks
- Support children with communication, social, emotional, and behavioural needs
- Encourage positive engagement and participation in lessons
- Promote independence and confidence within the classroom
- Work collaboratively with teachers and SEND professionals
- Support pupil wellbeing and personal development
- Contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment
What We're Looking For
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND is desirable
- Backgrounds in education, childcare, youth work, or care settings are advantageous
- Compassionate and patient approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Flexible and proactive attitude
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
- Right to work in the UK
Why join Connex Education?
- Competitive daily pay rates
- Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies
- Flexible work to suit your availability
- 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 working in modern educational settings
- A supportive and welcoming team with a dedicated education consultant
- Earn a £200 referral bonus
Apply Today
Whether you're seeking flexible supply work or a longer-term role supporting pupils with SEND in mainstream primary schools, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to the team to find out more.
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. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. 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.
SEN Teaching Assistant in Bristol employer: Connex Education
Connex Education is an exceptional employer for SEND Teaching Assistants, offering competitive daily pay rates and flexible work arrangements tailored to your availability. With a strong focus on professional development, including funded qualifications and career progression opportunities, you will be part of a supportive team dedicated to making a positive impact on children's educational journeys in the vibrant city of Bristol.
