Education Support Assistant (1:1) in Bristol

Some children need a little extra support to access learning and thrive in school. We're working with a welcoming and ambitious primary school in South Gloucestershire seeking a dedicated Education Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with additional learning needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to build a positive, supportive relationship with a child and play a key role in helping them succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

The role

• You'll work closely with teachers and SEND professionals to ensure your designated pupil can fully access learning, develop confidence, and make meaningful progress throughout their school journey.
• Your responsibilities will include:
• Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Delivering targeted learning activities to support literacy, numeracy, and wider curriculum outcomes
• Supporting the implementation of EHCP targets and individual support strategies
• Delivering pre-planned interventions and small group activities when required
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
• Using a range of approaches and resources to support engagement and independence
• Supporting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and social development
• Assisting during breaktimes, educational visits, and wider school activities

What we're looking for

• You'll be patient, proactive, and passionate about helping children achieve their potential.
• We're keen to hear from candidates who:
• Have experience supporting children with additional needs, particularly pupils with EHCPs
• Can build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Are confident adapting support strategies to meet individual needs
• Can work independently and use their initiative
• Have experience delivering targeted learning activities or interventions
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare

Why join this school?

• You'll be joining a supportive and child-centred environment where staff genuinely work together to help pupils succeed.
• The school offers:
• Friendly, engaged pupils who enjoy learning
• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• High-quality training and professional development opportunities
• Access to specialist SEND expertise and support
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Occupational sick pay
• Family-friendly policies and benefits

If you're looking for a role where your support can genuinely change a child's experience of school, we'd love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

Safeguarding and Compliance

The successful candidate will be required to complete Protocol Education's safeguarding and compliance process, including:

• Enhanced DBS check, including Children's Barred List check
• Right to Work checks
• Professional references
• Online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance
• Relevant safeguarding and compliance training

This role is subject to satisfactory safeguarding and vetting checks. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided.