SEN Learning Support Partner (11) - Trauma/ASC Support in Bath, Somerset

Location: South Bristol | Hours: Full-time | Pay: £88.62-£100 per day

Five Education is working with a supportive and inclusive primary school in South Bristol to recruit a SEN Learning Support Partner. This role involves providing 1:1 support for a pupil whose needs stem from trauma and present with ASC characteristics. The school is dedicated to creating a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where every child feels safe, understood, and able to succeed.

The Role

• Providing consistent 1:1 support tailored to the child's individual needs
• Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management using a trauma-informed approach
• Implementing structured routines and personalised strategies
• Building a safe, trusting relationship with the pupil
• Supporting engagement with learning activities inside and outside the classroom
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support staff

About You

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice or willingness to learn
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
• Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic classroom environment
• Experience working with SEN, ASC, or children with additional emotional needs is desirable but not essential
• Relevant qualifications such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant are beneficial

Pay £88.62 - £100 per day. Increased rates available for Level 2/3 qualified Teaching Assistants.

About the School

• Welcoming and inclusive primary school in South Bristol
• Strong focus on pastoral care and emotional wellbeing
• Supportive leadership team with a commitment to SEN provision
• Collaborative and friendly staff environment

Benefits of Working with Five Education

• Free specialist SEN and trauma-informed training
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to a wellbeing programme and ongoing support services
• Competitive pay and opportunities for career development
• Flexible working options
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a rewarding and impactful role

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with Five Education to take the next step in your education career.

Essential requirements:

• Right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
• Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
• Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.

Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What can Five Education offer you?

• Free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 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.

Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.