SEND Primary Teaching Assistant (ASD Support) in Portishead

SEND Primary Teaching Assistant (ASD Support)

Portishead, Bristol

Full-Time | Term Time Only | Monday-Friday | Immediate Start | Long-Term Opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to achieve their full potential?

Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to provide tailored 1:1 support that helps children build confidence, develop communication skills, and thrive both academically and socially?

We are seeking a caring and committed 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school, supporting a pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child’s educational journey while working within a school known for its strong community ethos and excellent support network.

This long-term role offers the opportunity to become a valued member of a dedicated SEND team committed to ensuring every pupil has the support they need to succeed.

Why You’ll Love This School

This primary school is at the heart of its local community in Portishead and prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to achieve their best.

Staff work collaboratively to provide exceptional support for pupils with additional needs, ensuring that every child benefits from a tailored approach to learning and development. The school’s strong pastoral systems and supportive leadership team create a positive culture where both pupils and staff can flourish.

With a welcoming atmosphere and a genuine commitment to inclusion, this is an excellent setting for anyone looking to develop their career within SEND education.

The Role

As a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant (ASD Support), you will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with ASD throughout the school day.
• Support the pupil within the classroom and during wider school activities.
• Help develop communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation skills.
• Implement individual support plans and targeted interventions.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENDCo, parents, and external professionals.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the pupil’s individual needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and engagement in learning.
• Use structured routines and ASD-friendly approaches to create a calm and supportive learning environment.
• Promote positive behaviour through relationship-based strategies and consistent support.
• Monitor progress and contribute to reviews of the pupil’s development and achievements.

What We’re Looking For

We would love to hear from candidates who:

• Have experience working 1:1 with children or young people with ASD.
• Have a good understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and associated communication needs.
• Are patient, nurturing, and passionate about supporting children with SEND.
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can support pupils with social, emotional, and sensory needs.
• Are committed to inclusion and helping every child reach their full potential.
• Demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, or looking to further your career within SEND education, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Full-time, long-term opportunity.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Access to specialist SEND and ASD training opportunities.
• Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact through dedicated 1:1 support.
• Valuable experience working within a supportive and experienced SEND team.
• A welcoming school environment with a strong staff support network.

Why Work with Monarch Education?

As one of the UK’s leading education recruitment specialists, Monarch Education is committed to supporting you throughout your career.

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to exclusive vacancies across Bristol and the surrounding areas.
• Opportunities within 11 Multi-Academy Trusts.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Affinity Academy – free CPD and professional development courses.
• Gaining Core Agency (GCA) accredited agency.
• Fast and efficient clearance process.
• DBS cost refunded after 12 days worked (T&Cs apply).
• Refer a Friend bonus of up to £200.

Monarch Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.

Important Information:

• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
• Equal Opportunities – Monarch
• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant’s applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
• This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.